Synonyms for

Double

Verb / ˈdʌbʌl / Another word for double — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to become twice as much or as many; to have or do something twice

Synonyms & similar words

doubling lookalike stuntman bivalent image twice multivalent twofold stuntwoman single dual threefold repeat reduplicate treble replicate twobasehit forked duple doubly doubled duplicate twobaser doubleup doubleover duplicate replicate multiply augment increase twofold dual binary paired matched twin duplicate fold copy reproduce clone echo repeat

Synonyms by register

Formal

duplicate twin couple pair

Informal

twofer doppelganger lookalike

Literary

echo reflection counterpart

Antonyms

single half individual one simple plain

Common collocations

  • double trouble
  • double take
  • double check
  • double meaning
  • double agent
  • double fault
  • double exposure
  • double dutch

Word family

noun double
verb double
adjective double
adverb doubly

Usage note

The word 'double' can function as a noun, verb, adjective, or adverb. Be mindful of its various meanings, such as 'twice as much' or 'a person or thing exactly like another'.

Example sentences

  1. I will double my allowance by doing extra chores.
  2. I have a double scoop of ice cream for dessert.
  3. The teacher gave us a double homework assignment.
  4. I need to double-check my math before I turn in my test.
  5. He scored a double in the tennis match.

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