Fixed Annuity An insurance contract in which the insurance company makes fixed dollar payments to the annuitant for the term of the contract, usually until the annuitant dies. The insurance company guarantees both earnings and principal. Investopedia Says: A fairly good financial instrument for those looking to receive a fixed investment income. Related Terms: Annuity Hybrid Annuity Income Annuity Life Annuity Pension Maximization Variable Annuity |