retirement
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈtaɪərmənt/
KK: /rɪˈtaɪərmənt/
adjective
Definition
The period in someone's life when they stop working, usually because they are old enough to receive a pension or retirement benefits.
Example
After many years of hard work, she looked forward to her retirement and traveling the world.
Conversation
Have you thought about your retirement plans yet?
Not really, I feel like it's so far away.
I know, but it’s good to have a few ideas for when the time comes.
You're right! Maybe I should start looking into some retirement options.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
senior
aged
elderly
Antonyms
youthful
young
junior
noun
Definition
The period in someone's life when they stop working, usually because they are old enough to do so.
Example
After many years of hard work, she looked forward to her retirement and traveling the world.
Conversation
Have you thought about what you'll do after retirement?
I have! I'm planning to travel a lot and finally pursue my hobbies.
That sounds amazing! I hope to enjoy my retirement just as much.
Root Explanation
Retirement is formed from "re-" (meaning again or back) and "tire" (from Old French *tirer*, meaning to draw or pull). The word refers to the act of withdrawing or drawing back from work or active life.
Memory Tip
Think of 'drawing back' ('tire') from work, and 're-' means again or back, which helps you remember that retirement is about stepping back from your career.
Visually Confused Words
nonretirement
retreatment
retracement
requirement
recrement
semiretirement
retrievement
retrenchment