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RECIPROCAL

/ɹɪˈsɪpɹək(ə)l/

10 letters · 4 syllables · noun, adjective

R 1/1
E 1/1
C 3/4
I 1/1
P 3/4
R 1/1
O 1/1
C 3/4
A 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of RECIPROCAL

noun

The number obtained by dividing 1 by another given number; the result of exchanging the numerator and the denominator of a fraction.

"0.5 is the reciprocal of 2."

noun

(grammar) A construction expressing mutual action.

adjective

Of a feeling, action or such: mutual, uniformly felt or done by each party towards the other or others; two-way.

"reciprocal love; reciprocal duties"

adjective

Mutually interchangeable.

adjective

(grammar) expressing mutual action, applied to pronouns and verbs; also in a broad sense: reflexive

Synonyms of RECIPROCAL

Words with similar meaning

Examples of RECIPROCAL in a Sentence

  • "0.5 is the reciprocal of 2."
  • "reciprocal love; reciprocal duties"

Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
4
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
20
points

Is RECIPROCAL a Scrabble Word?

Yes, RECIPROCAL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: RECIPROCAL uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for RECIPROCAL

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter reciprocal Total
Scrabble 1131311311 16
WWF 1141411412 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in RECIPROCAL

100 words from the letters in RECIPROCAL

How to Use RECIPROCAL in Word Games

RECIPROCAL is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RECIPROCAL to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RECIPROCAL

What does RECIPROCAL mean?
RECIPROCAL is a noun. The number obtained by dividing 1 by another given number; the result of exchanging the numerator and the denominator of a fraction.
Is RECIPROCAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RECIPROCAL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RECIPROCAL worth in Scrabble?
RECIPROCAL is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from RECIPROCAL?
You can make 100 words from the letters in RECIPROCAL. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of RECIPROCAL?
Synonyms of RECIPROCAL include: multiplicative inverse, reflexive, contrary, converse, cross, inverse. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.