annuitant

noun

an·​nu·​itant ə-ˈnü-ə-tənt How to pronounce annuitant (audio)
-ˈnyü-
: a beneficiary of an annuity

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So CalPERS annuitants who retired in 2024 and prior should have received their first adjustment as of May 1. Kiara Adams may 30, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026 Because women statistically have longer life expectancies, insurers anticipate making payments over a longer period for female annuitants and adjust the monthly amount downward accordingly. Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 1 May 2026 This ensures the annuitant will be paid and the nonprofit can invest or spend what remains. Kristen Jaarda, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2022

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First Known Use

1704, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of annuitant was in 1704

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“Annuitant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/annuitant. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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annuitant

noun
an·​nu·​i·​tant ə-ˈnü-ə-tənt, -ˈnyü- How to pronounce annuitant (audio)
: a person entitled to receive benefits or payments from an annuity
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