This is the 12211th most frequent Portuguese word.
retroativo
Retroativo: Retroactive; applying to a period of time in the past.
Here, 'retroativo' describes an effect or law that applies to actions or situations that occurred in the past.
A nova lei tem efeito retroativo, atingindo contratos antigos.
The new law has a retroactive effect, affecting old contracts.
In this case, 'retroativo' pertains to financial compensation computed for a prior period.
O pagamento retroativo considera os meses anteriores ao aumento salarial.
The retroactive payment accounts for the months prior to the salary increase.
Here, 'retroativo' indicates the absence of application to past events or situations.