retired

[rɪˈtaɪəd]

retired Definition

having stopped working, usually because of having reached a particular age.

Using retired: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "retired" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    My father retired from his job last year.

  • Example

    She is a retired teacher.

  • Example

    He is enjoying his retired life.

  • Example

    The company offers a retirement plan for its employees.

retired Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for retired

Phrases with retired

  • cricket term meaning a batsman who has to leave the field due to injury

    Example

    The player was retired hurt after being hit by the ball.

  • to withdraw from a situation due to injury or damage

    Example

    The athlete retired hurt from the race after injuring his leg.

  • a person who has served in the military and has completed their service

    Example

    The event was attended by retired military personnel.

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Summary: retired in Brief

The adjective 'retired' [rɪˈtaɪəd] refers to someone who has stopped working, often due to reaching a certain age. It can also refer to a cricket player who leaves the field due to injury or a military personnel who has completed their service. Synonyms include 'pensioned' and 'superannuated,' while antonyms are 'working' and 'employed.'