"Retroactive" describes something, like a law or tax, that applies to past events or periods.
"Retroactive" describes a law or tax that takes effect from a date before it was enacted.
| Word | retroactive |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | ADJ. |
| Definition | taking effect prior to its enactment (as a law) or imposition (as a tax). |
| Sentence | Because the new pension law was retroactive to the first of the year, even though Martha had retired in February, she was eligible for the pension. |
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