(~s)
1.
A ~ is an exhibition or showing of work done by an artist over many years, rather than his or her most recent work.
...a ~ of the films of Judy Garland...
N-COUNT
2.
Retrospective feelings or opinions concern things that happened in the past.
Afterwards, ~ fear of the responsibility would make her feel almost faint.
ADJ: usu ADJ n
~ly
Retrospectively, it seems as if they probably were negligent...
ADV: ADV with cl, ADV with v
3.
Retrospective laws or legal actions take effect from a date before the date when they are officially approved.
Bankers are quick to condemn ~ tax legislation.
ADJ: usu ADJ n
~ly
...a decree which ~ly changes the electoral law under which last year’s national elections were held.
ADV: ADV with v