reciprocate

[rɪˈsɪprəkeɪt]

reciprocate Definition

• 1. respond to (a gesture or action) by making a corresponding one.
• 2. feel (an emotion) in return.

Using reciprocate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reciprocate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  If someone smiles at you, try to reciprocate the gesture.

• Example

  She reciprocated his love for her.

• Example

  He didn't reciprocate her feelings.

reciprocate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reciprocate

• return
• match
• mirror
• correspond
• requite

Antonyms for reciprocate

• ignore
• disregard
• reject

Phrases with reciprocate

• reciprocate a favor

  to do something for someone because they have done something similar for you before

  Example

  I'll be happy to reciprocate the favor if you ever need help.

• reciprocate feelings

  to feel the same way about someone as they feel about you

  Example

  She was unsure if he reciprocated her feelings.

• reciprocate a smile

  to smile back at someone who has smiled at you

  Example

  It's always nice to see someone reciprocate a smile.

Origins of reciprocate

from Latin 'reciprocus', meaning 'alternating'

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Summary: reciprocate in Brief

The verb 'reciprocate' [rɪˈsɪprəkeɪt] means to respond to a gesture or action by making a corresponding one, or to feel an emotion in return. It can be used in phrases like 'reciprocate a favor,' 'reciprocate feelings,' and 'reciprocate a smile.' Antonyms include 'ignore,' 'disregard,' and 'reject.'