Pronunciation: /rɪˈtaɪərɪŋ/

Definitions of retiring

verb the act of leaving one's job or position, typically upon reaching a certain age or after a long career

Example Sentences

A1 She is retiring from her job next month.

A2 My grandfather is retiring after working for 40 years.

B1 The company announced that several employees will be retiring this year.

B2 After retiring from professional sports, he started a new career as a coach.

C1 She is considering retiring early and traveling the world.

C2 The retiring CEO was honored for his years of service at the company's annual gala.

adjective describes someone who is shy or reserved, especially in social situations

Example Sentences

A1 My retiring grandfather enjoys spending time in his garden.

A2 The retiring teacher was honored with a farewell party.

B1 After many years of hard work, she is looking forward to retiring next year.

B2 The retiring CEO left a legacy of innovation and success.

C1 The retiring judge was known for their fair and impartial decisions.

C2 She decided to pursue her passion for painting after retiring from her corporate job.

Examples of retiring in a Sentence

formal After many years of dedicated service, she is finally retiring from her position as CEO.

informal My neighbor is retiring next month and planning to travel the world.

slang I heard Dave is finally hanging up his boots and retiring from the workforce.

figurative The old traditions are slowly retiring in favor of more modern practices.

Grammatical Forms of retiring

past tense

retired

plural

retirees

comparative

more retiring

superlative

most retiring

present tense

retires

future tense

will retire

perfect tense

has retired

continuous tense

is retiring

singular

retiree

positive degree

retiring

infinitive

to retire

gerund

retiring

participle

retiring

Origin and Evolution of retiring

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'retiring' originated from the Latin word 'retrahere', meaning to withdraw or retreat.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'retiring' evolved to also mean shy or reserved, especially in social situations.