Synonyms & related words for pension

Find synonyms, related words, and the definition of pension — including superannuation, annuity, superannuate, stipend, alimony, welfare. Dendril is a free visual thesaurus that shows them on an interactive map where stronger matches sit closer to the center — no signup, no ads.

Words related to pension

Explore words related to pension — words associated with it, words that go with it, and its nearest matches in meaning. Related words include pensionary, pensionable, corrody, retirement, preretirement, retiree, noncontributory, quarterage. Click any word to make it the center of the map and keep exploring the web of connections.

Synonyms for pension

Common synonyms for pension include superannuation, annuity, superannuate, stipend, alimony, welfare — words that share a close meaning. Hover or tap any word on the map for its definition and part of speech.

Where does pension come from?

The word pension breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root pens-, from Latin pendo (“weigh, pay”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.