retiring

[ ri-tahyuhr-ing ]

adjective

1. that retires.
2. withdrawing from contact with others; reserved; shy.

   Synonyms: timid, bashful, diffident

retiring

/ rɪˈtaɪərɪŋ /

adjective

1. shunning contact with others; shy; reserved

Derived Forms

• reˈtiringly, adverb

Other Words From

• re·tiring·ly adverb
• re·tiring·ness noun
• nonre·tiring adjective
• unre·tiring adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of retiring¹

First recorded in 1540–50; retire + -ing ²

Example Sentences

This likely explains why Trump is demanding that the new Senate majority leader, whoever that runs out to be — Mitch McConnell is retiring from GOP leadership, at long last — will ensure that his nominations are handled by recess appointments rather than the usual constitutionally required confirmation process.

From Salon

Appearing on an Australian talk show this week, the two-time Oscar winner confirmed a potential development in Marvel’s “Black Panther” franchise, saying that “Black Panther 3” will be among the final projects he takes on before retiring.

From Los Angeles Times

“I’m retiring with a sense of satisfaction,” he said.

From BBC

Despite retiring in 2006, he still holds the Premier League goal record and remains top scorer for Newcastle United.

From BBC

Scott, another regular Match of the Day stand-in, broke through as one of the first mainstream female football pundits after retiring from the game in 2017.

From BBC