retiring
adjectiveHow many syllables in retiring?
There are 3 syllables in the word retiring.Divide retiring into syllables:
re · tir · ing
How to pronounce retiring:
Definition of retiring:
- retiring (adjective):
- very shy
- reserved, shy
- of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office.
Synonyms for retiring:
outgoingsheepishtimorousreticentunassumingdiffidentquietmodestcoyprecedingShow 11 more
Antonyms for retiring:
pretentiousboldoutgoingapproachablegenialtalkativepleasantseenbraveamiableShow 15 more
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