retiring
re
ri
ri
ti
ˈtaɪɜ
taiē
ring
rɪng
ring
British pronunciation
/ɹɪtˈa‍ɪ‍əɹɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "retiring"in English

retiring
01

not arrogant or presuming

02

of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office

03

shy and not fond of being with others or being noticed

example
Examples
She has a retiring nature and avoids large social gatherings.
The retiring student sat quietly in the back of the classroom.
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