Pronunciation

/ˈrɪtɪər/

Definitions

Noun

• Retirement: The act of formally ceasing one’s work, typically when reaching a certain age or after a long period of service.
• Retiree: A person who has retired from their job or career.

Verb

• To retire: To stop working or leave a job, often permanently, usually because of old age or retirement benefits.
• To withdraw from: To step back or remove oneself from an activity or situation.

Adjective

• Retired: Having stopped working or no longer engaged in paid employment.

Adverb

• (rarely used) Retiredly: In a manner characteristic of someone who is retired, leisurely, or relaxed.

Phrases

• “Retire from a profession” means to end one’s career in that field.
• “Early retirement” refers to leaving work before the usual retirement age.
• “Living off retirement savings” describes financial independence after retiring.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After 40 years, he finally retired from his job as a teacher.”
• Verb: “She decided to retire gracefully at the age of 65.”
• Adjective: “The retired couple enjoys spending their days gardening.”
• Adverb: “He now spends his retired life traveling the world.”

Synonyms

• Retiree (n.)
• Withdraw
• Depart
• Relinquish
• Resign
• Ease out
• Step down
• Decree retirement

Antonyms

• Work
• Stay active
• Continue in service