Meaning & use

reciprocity

noun·Advanced

The practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit, especially favors, privileges, or trade.

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The two nations signed a trade agreement based on reciprocity of tariffs.

Friendship works best when there's reciprocity in the giving and receiving of support.

A note on using this word

Reciprocity implies a balanced exchange between two sides, unlike 'generosity', which can be entirely one-directional.

Words with a similar meaning

mutual exchangegive-and-take

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