Synonyms for

Reciprocate

Verb / rɪˈsɪprʌˌkeɪt / Another word for reciprocate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to give or do something in return

Synonyms & similar words

return repay respond exchange match correspond retaliate recompense remunerate compensate rebut counter rejoin answer trade swap

Example sentences

  1. If someone helps you, you should try to reciprocate their kindness.
  2. If I buy you a present, will you reciprocate with a gift for me?
  3. She always reciprocates when I invite her to my parties.
  4. It's important to reciprocate in a friendship.
  5. I wanted to reciprocate his compliment, but I couldn't think of anything to say.

Quotes

  • "Love begets love. Hatred begets hatred. And good begets good. Reciprocate kindness and love to those who are kind and loving."
  • - Dada J. P. Vaswani
  • "If you want love and respect in your life, you need to reciprocate the same to others."

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