Definition of Retiring

1. Adjective. Not arrogant or presuming. "A shy retiring girl"

Exact synonyms: Unassuming
Similar to: Modest
Derivative terms: Unassumingness

2. Adjective. Of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office. "A retiring member of the board"
Exact synonyms: Past, Preceding
Similar to: Outgoing

3. Adjective. Reluctant to draw attention to yourself.
Exact synonyms: Reticent, Self-effacing
Similar to: Unassertive

Definition of Retiring

1. a. Reserved; shy; not forward or obtrusive; as, retiring modesty; retiring manners.

Definition of Retiring

1. shy [adj] - See also: shy

Lexicographical Neighbors of Retiring

retirement
retirement
retirements
retirement account
retirement benefit
retirement check
retirement fund
retirement pension
retirement plan
retirement program
retirement savings account
retirement savings plan
retirer
retirers
retires
retiring (current term)
retiring(a)
retiringly
retiringness
retiringnesses
retistene
retitelae
retitle
retitled
retitles
retitling
retnol
retold
retook
retool

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