Synonyms for Retire
Definition of retire
- verb
- go into retirement; stop performing one's work or withdraw from one's position; "He retired at age 68"
- withdraw from active participation; "He retired from chess"
- pull back or move away or backward; "The enemy withdrew"; "The limo pulled away from the curb"
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "retire"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like adjourn, recede, retreat can replace "retire" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Retire" in song lyrics
See how retire is used in real songs:
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"But I will make your whole entire empire retire"
Akinyele — Get Up -
"I snap neck, like a T roll before we retire"
Ali f/ Kandi — Drop Top -
"Give it a year you'll be the first to retire"
Army of the Pharaohs — The Ultimatum