Synonyms for Retroactive
Top synonyms for “retroactive”: ex post facto, retro, retrospective.
Definitions
- (adjective)affecting things past“retroactive tax increase”
- (adjective)descriptive of any event or stimulus or process that has an effect on the effects of events or stimuli or process that occurred previously
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Adjectives (3)
Antonyms — opposite of Retroactive
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "retroactive"?
Common synonyms for "retroactive" include ex post facto, retro, retrospective. Our thesaurus lists 3 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "retroactive"?
Antonyms for "retroactive" include proactive. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "retroactive" mean?
affecting things past Example: "retroactive tax increase"
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