RECIPROCAL
(adj., noun, adj.sat)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Reciprocal.
How to pronounce reciprocal:
US
Reciprocal - as an adjective
Concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return
Example: "Reciprocal aid"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mutualAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
nonreciprocalReciprocal - as a noun
Something (a term or expression or concept) that has an inverse relation to something else
Example: "Risk is the reciprocal of safety"
(mathematics) one of a pair of numbers whose product is 1: the reciprocal of 2/3 is 3/2; the multiplicative inverse of 7 is 1/7
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
multiplicative inverseHybridization involving a pair of crosses that reverse the sexes associated with each genotype
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reciprocal crossReciprocal - as an adjective satellite
Of or relating to the multiplicative inverse of a quantity or function
Example: "The reciprocal ratio of a:b is b:a"
Example Sentences
"The teacher explained the concept of reciprocals in math class."
"The reciprocal of 5 is 1/5."
"She struggled to understand the reciprocal of the fraction."
"The student confused the concept of reciprocals with inverse."
"Understanding reciprocals is crucial for mastering algebra."
Word Game Points
Is RECIPROCAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reciprocal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RECIPROCAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is RECIPROCAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reciprocal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRECIPROCAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is RECIPROCAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reciprocal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRECIPROCAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
