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reciprocal

//rɪˈsɪprəkl//
English Definition
Given or done in return; mutual.
中文释义
相互的;互惠的;对等的
Example Sentence

The two countries established a reciprocal trade agreement that lowered tariffs on both sides.

两国建立了互惠贸易协定,降低了双方的关税。

Synonyms
mutual corresponding complementary
Antonyms
one-sided unilateral
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
reci(back) + proc(forward) → 有来有往 → 相互的。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “reciprocal”?

  1. A An arrival of large numbers or amounts.
  2. B Given or done in return; mutual.
  3. C Contrary to what is usual or accepted.
  4. D A threat; to threaten.
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B — Given or done in return; mutual.. “reciprocal” means Given or done in return; mutual..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “Given or done in return; mutual.”?

  1. A menace
  2. B influx
  3. C unorthodox
  4. D reciprocal
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D — reciprocal. “reciprocal” means Given or done in return; mutual..

Common questions about “reciprocal”

What does “reciprocal” mean?

reciprocal — Given or done in return; mutual.. In Chinese: 相互的;互惠的;对等的.

How do you pronounce “reciprocal”?

reciprocal is pronounced //rɪˈsɪprəkl//.

How is “reciprocal” used in a sentence?

The two countries established a reciprocal trade agreement that lowered tariffs on both sides. (两国建立了互惠贸易协定,降低了双方的关税。)

What are synonyms for “reciprocal”?

mutual, corresponding, complementary — all close in meaning to reciprocal (Given or done in return; mutual.).

What is the opposite of “reciprocal”?

one-sided, unilateral — each the opposite of reciprocal (Given or done in return; mutual.).

Is “reciprocal” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. reciprocal is on the SAT Prep Easy list — mid-frequency academic words that do get tested. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “reciprocal”?

reci(back) + proc(forward) → 有来有往 → 相互的。

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