Synonyms of reciprocal

reciprocal

adjective

ri-ˈsi-prə-kəl 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• complementary
• mutual
• supplementary
• collective
• supplemental
• correlative
• cooperative
• communal
• combined
• joint
• symbiotic
• common
• shared
• united
• conjoint

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nonreciprocal
• noncomplementary

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of reciprocal

Canada has responded with reciprocal bans and its own import levies, and the back-and-forth could raise prices for Alaska consumers. — Will Weissert, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Earlier, Zelensky reiterated Ukraine’s position, saying that Kyiv was ready for reciprocal steps to de-escalate, calling on partners to pressure Russia. — CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026

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

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