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Emeritus

usgb/ɪˈmerɪtəs/Volume
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Retired Honorific

Used as a respectful title for someone retired but still honored for their past role.

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Doctor Jones, now an emeritus, attends university events.
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Academic Context

Most common in academic or religious institutions, marking a retired individual's lasting legacy.

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The emeritus bishop presided over the ceremony.
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Remains Active

An emeritus may still contribute or be involved without the former role's responsibilities.

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As a professor emeritus, she sometimes gives guest lectures.
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