Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retired
adjective
/rɪˈtaɪərd/
Definition
Having stopped working, especially because of age.
Examples
- After thirty years in the industry, she is now a retired teacher.
- He enjoys traveling the world as a retired engineer.
- Many retired professionals volunteer to share their expertise.
Meaning
The state of having left one’s job or profession due to age or personal choice, usually after reaching a certain age or spending a significant amount of time in that job.
Synonyms
- withdrawn
- finished
- inactive
- out of the workforce
- no longer working
