Retired Definition & Meaning
retired
- adjective
- no longer active in your work or profession
"Retired" in song lyrics
See how retired is used in real songs:
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"I've seen, grandmothers working when they should of been retired"
Black Lotus — Seen and Heard -
"Asking me for work, but I told them I retired"
Children of the Corn (Cam'Ron and Bloodshed) — Harlem USA (Uptown) -
"Cause I'm like Shakesphere retired"
Cunninlynguists — Halfanimal
Words that rhyme with retired
Usage tips for "retired"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "retired" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for retired to find words that pair well.
Use "retired" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does retired mean?
- no longer active in your work or profession
- What part of speech is retired?
- Retired is an adjective.