Definition

Relating to a mutual exchange or interaction where two parties give and receive something from each other.

Example

Their relationship was reciprocative, as they both supported each other equally.

Conversation

I've been thinking a lot about reciprocative friendships lately.

Oh really? What do you mean by that?

I just feel like both people should give and take equally in a friendship.

Absolutely! It makes the bond much stronger when it's reciprocative.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reciprocative → It is formed from "re-" (meaning back or again) and "cipere" (meaning to take). The word describes the act of taking back or returning something in a mutual exchange.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking back' ('re-') in a mutual exchange ('cipere') — that's why reciprocative means relating to mutual return.

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