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RETROACTIVELY

(adverb)
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Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Retroactively.

Retroactively - as an adverb

After the fact

Example: "He will get paid retroactively"

Example Sentences

"The new law will be applied retroactively to benefit those who were affected before its enactment."
"The court ruling allowed the students to retroactively receive their scholarship funds."
"The company decided to retroactively extend the deadline for submitting project proposals."
"The policy change was made retroactively effective from the beginning of the fiscal year."
"The tax law amendment will allow taxpayers to retroactively claim certain deductions."
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Word Game Points

Is RETROACTIVELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retroactively is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RETROACTIVELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is RETROACTIVELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retroactively is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RETROACTIVELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is RETROACTIVELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retroactively is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RETROACTIVELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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