This is the 2252nd most frequent Dutch word.
opgave
Assignment or task.
The noun 'opgave' is used to mean 'assignment' or 'task' in the context of an exam.
De opgave op het examen was erg moeilijk.
The assignment on the exam was very difficult.
Here, 'opgave' signifies 'resignation' or the act of giving something up.
Zijn opgave van zijn positie was onverwacht.
His resignation from his position was unexpected.
In this case, 'opgave' again refers to a 'task' or 'objective' that needs to be completed.