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retroactive

/ˌrɛtrəʊˈæktɪv/
Main Example

The law was made retroactive to January 1st.

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Adjective (adj.)

Relating to something that takes effect from a date in the past.

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retroactive

/ˌrɛtrəʊˈæktɪv/
Main Example

The retroactive changes affected many employees.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adjective (adj.)

Relating to something that is applied to a past time.

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retroactive

/ˌrɛtrəʊˈæktɪv/
Main Example

The retroactive of the new tax law surprised many people.

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Noun (n.)

A policy or action that applies to a previous time.

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