Reciprocate -

: "He smiled at her, but his smile was not reciprocated". 🔄 Related Terms

: If a friend helps you move, you reciprocate by helping them paint their house. Reciprocate

⚖️ : Reciprocating doesn't always have to be positive. In a negative context, someone might reciprocate an insult with another insult, essentially "getting back" at them. : "He smiled at her, but his smile was not reciprocated"