Step down

verb

To give up one's job or position of authority, typically in a formal or public setting.

The CEO decided to step down after the company scandal.
Visual representation of "step down" - To give up one's job or position of authority, typically in a formal or public setting.

Often appears as...

  • step down from position
  • step down from office
verb

To reduce or decrease, typically in stages.

The power supply steps down the voltage for safe use.
Visual representation of "step down" - To reduce or decrease, typically in stages.

Often appears as...

  • step down transformer
  • step down voltage

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Technical

verb

To move to a lower level or condition.

She had to step down to a less demanding role due to health issues.
Visual representation of "step down" - To move to a lower level or condition.

Often appears as...

  • step down to a lesser role
  • step down in rank
verb

To give up one's job or position of authority, typically in a formal or public setting.

The CEO decided to step down after the company scandal.
Visual representation of "step down" - To give up one's job or position of authority, typically in a formal or public setting.

Often appears as...

  • step down from position
  • step down from office
verb

To reduce or decrease, typically in stages.

The power supply steps down the voltage for safe use.
Visual representation of "step down" - To reduce or decrease, typically in stages.

Often appears as...

  • step down transformer
  • step down voltage

Usage tips

Technical

verb

To move to a lower level or condition.

She had to step down to a less demanding role due to health issues.
Visual representation of "step down" - To move to a lower level or condition.

Often appears as...

  • step down to a lesser role
  • step down in rank
Definition 1 of 3
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Voluntary Action

Usually a personal choice, not forced by others.

Illustration for Voluntary Action
After years of service, the mayor stepped down voluntarily.
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Public Announcement

Often involves a public statement or formal announcement.

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The minister stepped down during a press conference.
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Responsibility Transfer

Implies handing over responsibilities to someone else.

Illustration for Responsibility Transfer
She stepped down, and her deputy took over her duties.
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Voluntary Action

Usually a personal choice, not forced by others.

Illustration for Voluntary Action
After years of service, the mayor stepped down voluntarily.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Public Announcement

Often involves a public statement or formal announcement.

Illustration for Public Announcement
The minister stepped down during a press conference.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Responsibility Transfer

Implies handing over responsibilities to someone else.

Illustration for Responsibility Transfer
She stepped down, and her deputy took over her duties.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Voluntary Action

Usually a personal choice, not forced by others.

Illustration for Voluntary Action
After years of service, the mayor stepped down voluntarily.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Public Announcement

Often involves a public statement or formal announcement.

Illustration for Public Announcement
The minister stepped down during a press conference.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Responsibility Transfer

Implies handing over responsibilities to someone else.

Illustration for Responsibility Transfer
She stepped down, and her deputy took over her duties.
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