retroaction

American  

[re-troh-ak-shuhn] / ˌrɛ troʊˈæk ʃən /

noun

1. action that is opposed or contrary to the preceding action.

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Etymology

Origin of retroaction

First recorded in 1560–70; retro- + action

Example Sentences

It is to these people, and by retroaction, to yourselves, that you do harm when you govern unjustly.

From Superstition In All Ages (1732) Common Sense by Knoop, Anna

Priority, retroaction, the opposition of agents, unity, stability and rhythm.

From Delsarte System of Oratory by Various

A mutual retroaction occurs: the sense of disgust is increased, because the act is regarded as immoral; and, on the other hand, a strong sense of disgust may increase the perception of immorality.

From The Sexual Life of the Child by Paul, Eden

This is in fact retroaction; in the first case we love the soul, in the latter the form.

From Delsarte System of Oratory by Various

Even the hatred of the grand old man had an element of unselfishness in its retroaction, of power in its persistency, and of greatness in its absolute contempt of compromise.

From Malcolm by MacDonald, George