Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reciprocate

verb
/rɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪt/
Definition
To give back in return for something received.
Examples
  • When someone shows kindness, we should reciprocate by being kind in return.
  • The company decided to reciprocate the community’s support by sponsoring a local event.
Meaning
Reciprocate means to respond to an action or feeling by doing something similar or equivalent in return.
Synonyms
  • return
  • repay
  • exchange
  • counter
  • replicate