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retroactively
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retroactively is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, retroactively is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofretroactively
1adverb
- Done after the fact; applying to events that have previously transpired.
Example: "The new legislature passed a resolution retroactively legalizing the actions of the revolutionaries that brought them to power."
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