Definition

Describing someone who works part-time, often due to age or health issues, rather than full-time.

Example

After many years in the industry, she is now semiretired and only takes on a few projects each year.

Conversation

Have you heard that Mark is now semiretired?

Really? I didn't know he was planning that.

Yeah, he said he just wants to take it easy for a while.

That makes sense; it's nice to slow down after so many years of work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Semiretired → It is formed from "semi-" (meaning half) and "retired" (from Old French *retirer*, meaning to withdraw). The word "semiretired" describes someone who has partially withdrawn from full-time work, indicating a state of being half retired.

Memory Tip

Think of 'semi-' meaning half, and 'retired' meaning withdrawn from work. This helps you remember that 'semiretired' refers to someone who is only partially withdrawn from their career.

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