This is the 5141st most frequent Japanese word.
退陣
Resignation or stepping down from a position.
In this sentence, '退陣' is used as a formal term meaning 'resignation' or 'stepping down,' typically applied to positions of authority.
首相は健康上の理由で退陣を余儀なくされた。
The prime minister was compelled to resign due to health reasons.
Here, '退陣' denotes stepping down from a leadership role due to external circumstances, such as a political loss.
選挙での敗北がきっかけとなり、彼は党のリーダーとして退陣した。
His resignation as the party leader was caused by the election defeat.
In this example, '退陣' refers to the announcement of leaving office, specifically by a high-ranking official like a president.