countergift
- noun
- /ˈkaʊntərˌɡɪft/
:
regalo recíproco
- While people tend to maintain equity in transactions, the emotional bond between the parties determines the value of the countergift.
Examples
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However, the lack of any countergift or return of affection can only lead the subject to unhappiness and angry complaints.
Academic text (2006) -
Like a persistent lover, Job cares less about countergifts and becomes more and more obsessed with his right to have a conversation with his beloved, believing that negotiation can clarify all previous misunderstandings and restore a relationship: "If only I knew how to reach him, or how to travel to his dwelling!
Academic text (2006) -
For her birthday, Emily sent a lovely countergift to her friend who surprised her with a beautiful bracelet.
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As a countergift for the help he received during his project, Mark invited his mentor to dinner.
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The couple exchanged countergifts to celebrate their anniversary, each expressing gratitude for the other's love.
Synonyms
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1.0
Giving something to someone without payment or expecting something back
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3.1
A small gift or simple act to show thanks
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9.5
Giving back a favor or returning harm in the same way
How Reciprocal
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Countergift comes from two simple parts: counter 'in return' and gift 'present'. It is a present you give back to someone to show thanks or return their gift.