retired

Definition

  • adjective: not working anymore
  • adjective: withdrawn from one's position or occupation
  • synonyms: secluded, private, quiet

Examples

  • She was 'retired' on a fly ball to center field.

  • The pitcher 'retired' seven batters in a row.

  • The general 'was retired' with honors.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) all of a sudden, they're graduating, they're getting jobs, and they're getting married, and, you know, I'm a grandparent. And then I'm retired. I'm losing my hair. I'm getting fat. And then the next thing you know, I'm dead. I'm just, like... I can't stop from thinking, ''What's the point?'' (..)
    2009 Up in the Air