RECIPROCAL Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

reciprocal

adjective

ri-ˈsi-prə-kəl

Definition of reciprocal

as in complementary

related to each other in such a way that one completes the other the two nations agreed to give reciprocal work rights to each other's citizens, thus facilitating the daily border crossings of workers from both countries

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Recent Examples of reciprocal The proposal, if passed, would mean countries that don’t offer US labs reciprocal treatment, like China, would be barred from testing. — Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 11 Oct. 2026 The United States and China released Monday reciprocal lists of products worth about $30 billion each that will see tariff cuts, in a deal expected to boost bilateral trade. — ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026 In another list were Washington’s reciprocal tariff cuts for Chinese small appliances such as coffee makers and toasters, tableware, blankets and bed linens. — Reuters, NBC news, 28 Sep. 2026 For Lucas, Leon’s longevity also reflected a reciprocal relationship between Stapleton and customers. — Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reciprocal

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Adjective

Silver Mirror recommends three Volmira visits, one a month, followed by three months of complementary facials, then repeating the cycle.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
Combining several complementary signals could deliver greater benefits.

— Mike McRae October 09, New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of complementary

Adjective

For my body has betrayed that my personal Room 101 must be the mid-exposure realization of having miscalculated a mutual understanding.

— Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Despite their stunning ensembles, their most important accessory was their obvious connection, shown through affectionate hugs, smiles, knowing glances, and mutual support.

— Alessia Amorosini, Vanity Fair, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of mutual

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The space is warm and lo-fi—Polaroids of friends and a handwritten lineup of the day’s specials (which can be added at a supplementary cost) are stuck to a noticeboard—but the food is sharp and assured.

— Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2026
Since 1973, however, Olympic medalists and Asian Games gold medalists have been able to replace the full term with a supplementary service which consists of three weeks of basic training.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of supplementary

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