retroact

/ˈrɛtroʊkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to act or proceed in reverse; to reverse the effect of a previous action or decision.

“The company decided to retroact the price hike, reverting back to the old rate for customers who purchased the product last month.”

2. noun

the act of retroacting or reversing the effect of a previous action or decision.

“The policy change is a result of the retroact implemented by the new administration.”

Synonyms

  • reconsider
  • reverse
  • revert

Antonyms

  • affirm
  • ratify