retired

adjective

re·​tired ri-ˈtī(-ə)rd 

1

: secluded

a retired village

2

: withdrawn from one's position or occupation : having concluded one's working or professional career

3

: received by or due to one in retirement

retiredly

ri-ˈtī-rəd-lē 

-ˈtī(-ə)rd-

adverb

retiredness

ri-ˈtī(-ə)rd-nəs 

noun

Synonyms

• secluded
• sheltered
• isolated
• hidden
• quiet

Examples of retired in a Sentence

hiked out to a retired beach and fished in the surf

Recent Examples on the Web

His father, David, a retired college professor and experimental composer, runs a small classical music label from home. —David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2025

Schnall, in his first year as head coach after taking over for the retired Gary Gilmore, had not been ejected this season before Sunday. —Eric Olson, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2025

Attendees also stand to sing the national anthem and recognize retired and active military members, and Gold Star families who’ve lost someone in service to their country. —Lisa Meyers McClintick, USA Today, 21 June 2025

The high-octane sports drama follows Sonny Hayes (Pitt), a retired Formula One driver who’s drawn back into the world of racing to mentor a hotshot rookie, played by Idris, for the fictional Apex Grand Prix team. —Michaela Zee, Variety, 18 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1585, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for retired

• reacquired
• aspired
• attired
• expired
• mired
• spired

Kids Definition

retired

adjective

re·​tired

1

: secluded sense 1

a retired village

2

: not working at active duties or business