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réciproque

reciprocal, mutual

adjective reh-see-PROK Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Quality

Origin: Latin reciprocus (alternating, going back and forth)

Usage Note

Réciproque describes a relationship or feeling that goes both ways; the adverb form réciproquement means 'mutually' or 'likewise'. The noun la réciproque means 'the reverse' or 'the converse' (as in rendre la réciproque — to give back in kind).

Examples

"Leur admiration est réciproque."

Natural Translation

Their admiration is mutual.

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