This glossary can help you prepare for the IELTS writing tasks related to Retirement age of work.
chronological
adjective
Calculated in terms of the passage of time.
Example: Chronological age is not always a true indicator of ability.
expectancy
noun
The state of thinking or hoping that something, especially something good, will happen.
Example: Remaining in ones' job for as long as one is able makes sense as life expectancy increase around the world.
expenditure
noun
The action of spending funds.
Example: By keeping able workers in paid employment for as long as is practicable, public expenditures are less strained.
individual
adjective
Single; separate.
Example: It is my belief, however, that the longer an able person is allowed to work, the better for both the individual worker and the employer.
mandatory
adjective
Required by law or mandate; compulsory.
Example: Mandatory retirement age varies from society to society, perhaps a reflection of economics, population pressures or simply value systems.
observe
verb
Notice or perceive (something) and register it as being significant.
Example: Employers concerned about the increasing age of their employees need only observe their work records.
probably
adverb
Almost certainly; as far as one knows or can tell.
Example: Indeed, retirement at 50 can probably be as easily justified as that at 70.
retain
verb
Continue to have (something); keep possession of.
Example: Indeed, it would appear economical for an organization to retain its older employees when possible rather than spend time and money on training new workers.
statistically
adverb
According to or by means of statistics.
Example: But they are also in need of income for a longer period, so a mandatory retirement age of 55 for someone who is statistically likely to live to 77 become difficult to justify.
strain
verb
Force (a part of one's body or oneself) to make an unusually great effort.
Example: By keeping able workers in paid employment for as long as is practicable, public expenditures are less strained.
suitability
noun
The quality of being right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
Example: People's suitability for a position should be a reflection of their performance in the job, rather than the number of wrinkles or grey hairs they have.
wrinkle
noun
A slight line or fold in something, especially fabric or the skin of the face.
Example: People's suitability for a position should be a reflection of their performance in the job, rather than the number of wrinkles or grey hairs they have.