RETIRING as ADJECTIVE

1. Meaning
   • moving toward a position farther from the front
   Synonym(s)
   • receding (what does receding mean?)
   Usage Example(s)
   • the receding glaciers of the last ice age
   • retiring fogs revealed the rocky coastline
   Similar To
   • retreating (what does retreating mean?)
2. Meaning
   • not arrogant or presuming
   Synonym(s)
   • unassuming (what does unassuming mean?)
   Usage Example(s)
   • unassuming to a fault, skeptical about the value of his work
   • a shy retiring girl
   Similar To
   • modest (what does modest mean?)
3. Meaning
   • not blatant or overly aggressive in manner or appearance
   Synonym(s)
   • unassertive (what does unassertive mean?)
   Usage Example(s)
   • a retiring disposition
   Similar To
   • unobtrusive (what does unobtrusive mean?)
   • unnoticeable (what does unnoticeable mean?)