pensionary
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈpɛnʃəˌnɛri/
KK: /ˈpɛnʃəˌnɛri/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a pension or a retirement plan.
Example
The pensionary benefits provided by the company are generous for its employees.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new pensionary benefits at work?
Yeah, I read something about it; it sounds promising for future plans.
I think it’s great that they’re finally offering a pensionary option for employees.
Absolutely! It shows they care about our long-term security.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
retired
veteran
seasoned
Antonyms
active
youthful
dynamic
noun
Definition
A person who receives a pension, typically after retirement, or someone who is employed for a specific task or job.
Example
After many years of service, he became a pensionary and enjoyed his retirement benefits.
Conversation
Have you met the new pensionary in our building?
No, I haven't! What are they like?
They're really nice and have some interesting stories to tell.
Root Explanation
Pensionary → It is formed from "pension" (from Latin "pensionem", meaning payment or rent) and the suffix "-ary" (meaning relating to or connected with). The word "pensionary" refers to someone who receives a pension or is related to pensions.
Memory Tip
Think of 'pension' as a payment for retirement, and '-ary' means related to. So, a pensionary is someone connected to receiving that payment.
Visually Confused Words
sensationary
expansionary
sessionary
passionary
mansionary
cessionary