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What is another word for Reciprocal? – 113 Reciprocal Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    mutual corresponding complementary equivalent interchangeable matching harmonious symmetrical balanced proportional correlated related associated connected interdependent cooperative collaborative symbiotic reciprocal commutative associative distributive reflective mirroring echoing responsive reactional retaliatory requiting repaying compensatory restitutive retaliative

    Meaning of Reciprocal

    The primary meaning of "reciprocal" is related to something that is given or done in return for something else.

    Definitions

    • Given or done in return for something else
    • * Having a mutual or complementary relationship
    • * Relating to or denoting a relation between two or more things that are closely connected or interdependent

    Etymology of Reciprocal

    The word "reciprocal" originates from the Latin "reciprocus," meaning "returning" or "answering," which is derived from "reciprocare," meaning "to move or act backwards and forwards" or "to return like for like"
    Historically, the term has been used in various contexts, including mathematics, philosophy, and social sciences, to describe relationships characterized by mutual exchange, interdependence, or symmetry

    Example Uses

    • The two countries have a reciprocal trade agreement, allowing for the exchange of goods and services without tariffs
    • * The reciprocal nature of their relationship meant that they supported each other through thick and thin
    • * The mathematical function is reciprocal, meaning that it returns to its original value after a certain period

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    one-sided unilateral asymmetrical unbalanced disproportionate unrelated disconnected independent non-cooperative competitive adversarial hostile aggressive retaliatory vindictive unforgiving irreconcilable incongruous discordant inharmonious

    Related Nouns

    relationship interaction exchange reciprocity mutualism symbiosis cooperation collaboration correlation association connection interdependence proportion balance harmony symmetry equivalence complementarity reflection echo

    Related Verbs

    reciprocate exchange interact respond react relate associate connect cooperate collaborate correlate harmonize balance symmetrize reflect echo requite repay compensate restitute

    Related Adjectives

    mutual complementary equivalent interchangeable harmonious symmetrical balanced proportional correlated related associated connected interdependent cooperative collaborative symbiotic reflective mirroring responsive reactional