Synonyms for

Pension

Verb / ˈpenʃʌn / Another word for pension — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a regular payment made during a person's retirement from an investment fund to which that person or their employer has contributed during their working life

Synonyms & similar words

pensionoff annuity superannuation super

Synonyms by register

Formal

annuity stipend allowance remuneration

Informal

retirement pay old-age benefit payout

Literary

provision sustenance

Antonyms

debt liability expense cost outlay expenditure

Common collocations

  • pension fund
  • pension plan
  • state pension
  • private pension
  • pension scheme
  • pension reform
  • pension benefits
  • pension age

Word family

noun pension
verb pension

Usage note

A pension is typically a regular payment made during a person's retirement from an investment fund to which they or their employer has contributed during their working life. The verb 'to pension' means to grant a pension to someone.

Example sentences

  1. My dad has been contributing to his pension fund for 25 years.
  2. She retired last year and now she gets a pension.
  3. The company offers a pension plan to all of its employees.
  4. He receives a monthly pension from the government.
  5. I am worried that my pension won't be enough to cover my expenses in retirement.

Quotes

  • The pension system must be reformed to ensure its sustainability. - Jose Manuel Barroso
  • The pension system of the future is no pension. - Jack Ma
  • Pensions are not a gift. They are earned. - Michael Johnson

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