V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
retiring
adjective
Definition: 1. shy and reserved; 2. moving away or behind
Synonyms: shy, reserved, modest, withdrawn, unassuming, retreating, receding
Antonyms: bold, aggressive, arrogant, presuming
Tips: A person who is described as retiring does not take a prominent or aggressive role or position, but stands back because of shyness or modesty. Since a retiring person is shy, he or she may avoid contact with other people. In the same vain, something that is moving behind or away from prominence (like a retreating fog bank) can be described as retiring. The word retiring can also be a verb, denoting the action of going into retirement.
Usage Examples:
She was modest and retiring, unwilling to take any credit for her ideas. (shy, unassuming)
A person who is retiring may be perceived as unfriendly because of his or her shy and withdrawn nature. (reserved, shy)
Jenny doesn't get a lot of attention because of her retiring disposition. (reserved, unassuming)
The retiring clouds revealed a bright blue, sunny sky. (retreating, receding)
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