Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Reciprocity of liking refers to the phenomenon where people tend to like others who express liking towards them. It is the idea that if someone shows interest or affection towards us, we are more likely to feel positively about them in return.
Related terms
Social Validation: This is the tendency for individuals to rely on others' opinions or actions when making decisions or forming beliefs.