Unreciprocated: meaning, definitions and examples
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unreciprocated
[ ˌənrɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪtɪd ]
in relationships
Not returned or rewarded in kind; not reciprocated.
Synonyms
unanswered, unrequited, unreturned.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| unreciprocated |
Used when feelings, efforts, or gestures are not returned or matched by the other party. Often seen in emotional or relational contexts.
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| unreturned |
Refers to something given, borrowed, or offered that is not sent back or reciprocated. Can also be used in personal or material contexts.
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| unrequited |
Typically used in the context of romantic feelings that are not returned by the other person. Has a literary or poetic nuance.
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| unanswered |
Appropriate when referring to questions, calls, emails, or requests that have not received a response. General and can apply to various situations.
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Examples of usage
- She felt hurt by his unreciprocated love for her.
- Her unreciprocated efforts to make him happy left her feeling unappreciated.
Translations
Translations of the word "unreciprocated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não correspondido
🇮🇳 अप्रतिदेय
🇩🇪 unerwidert
🇮🇩 tidak berbalas
🇺🇦 невзаємний
🇵🇱 nieodwzajemniony
🇯🇵 報われない (mukuwarena)
🇫🇷 non réciproque
🇪🇸 no correspondido
🇹🇷 karşılıksız
🇰🇷 보답되지 않는 (bodabdoeji anhneun)
🇸🇦 غير متبادل
🇨🇿 neopětovaný
🇸🇰 neopätovaný
🇨🇳 未被回报的 (wèi bèi huíbào de)
🇸🇮 neodgovorjen
🇮🇸 óendurgoldið
🇰🇿 қайтарылмаған
🇬🇪 უანგარიშო
🇦🇿 qarşılıqsız
🇲🇽 no correspondido
Etymology
The word 'unreciprocated' is derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not', the root word 'reciprocate' meaning 'to give in return', and the suffix '-ed' which forms an adjective. The concept of reciprocity has been a fundamental aspect of human relationships throughout history. Whether in love, friendship, or other interactions, the expectation of mutual exchange is often present. When something is unreciprocated, it can lead to feelings of disappointment, rejection, or imbalance in the relationship.