annuity
1 synonym and 1 antonym for annuity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A fixed sum of money paid to someone at regular intervals, often for the rest of their life, usually as part of a retirement or investment plan.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use annuity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
buy an annuity
annuity payment
retirement annuity
Etymology
From French annuité, from Medieval Latin annuitas, based on Latin annuus, "yearly."
Full origin of annuity →Frequently asked questions
What does “annuity” mean?
The word “annuity” means a fixed sum of money paid to someone at regular intervals, often for the rest of their life, usually as part of a retirement or investment plan. In plain terms, a financial product that pays out a fixed amount regularly, often used for retirement income.
How do you pronounce “annuity”?
“Annuity” is pronounced uh-NOO-ih-tee (/əˈn(j)uɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “annuity” in a sentence?
Here is “annuity” used in a sentence: “He used part of his pension to buy an annuity that pays him monthly.”
What part of speech is “annuity”?
“Annuity” is a noun.
Where does the word “annuity” come from?
The word “annuity” comes from Medieval Latin. From French annuité, from Medieval Latin annuitas, based on Latin annuus, "yearly.".
Is “annuity” a common word?
“Annuity” is an uncommon word in modern English.
