1. to give, feel, or show something in return for what someone has given or shown to you
2. to move backward and forward in a straight line
Usage: mechanical/technical

Examples

• She smiled at him, hoping he would reciprocate her feelings.
• I invited them to dinner, and they reciprocated by asking us to their party.
• He didn’t reciprocate her kindness and remained cold toward her.
• The company reciprocated the employees’ loyalty with generous bonuses.
• When she helped me move, I reciprocated by helping her paint her apartment.
• The piston reciprocates within the cylinder to power the engine.
• I hope you can reciprocate the favor someday.