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Multiplied

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

Definition

To increase the number or quantity of something by adding it to itself a number of times.

Synonyms & similar words

divide procreate manifold multiply breed reproduce increased augmented expanded doubled tripled quadrupled amplified boosted elevated enhanced intensified magnified raised strengthened extended enlarged widened spread proliferated propagated

Synonyms by register

Formal

augmented increased amplified escalated

Informal

times grown boosted

Literary

proliferated burgeoned

Antonyms

divided reduced decreased subtracted diminished lessened

Common collocations

  • multiplied by
  • multiplied rapidly
  • multiplied quickly
  • multiplied significantly
  • multiplied exponentially
  • multiplied the effect
  • multiplied the number

Word family

noun multiplication
verb multiply
adjective multiplicative

Usage note

Primarily used in mathematics to indicate the result of combining groups of equal size. Can also mean to increase greatly in number or amount.

Example sentences

  1. I multiplied the number of flowers in the vase by adding some more.
  2. My dad multiplied the number of chairs in the room by bringing in more from the garage.
  3. If you multiply six by four, you get twenty-four.
  4. She multiplied her savings by investing in stocks.
  5. The bacteria multiplied quickly in the warm environment.

Quotes

  • Knowledge is multiplied when shared.
  • The love in your heart is not multiplied by how many people you love, but by how many people you love deeply.
  • Happiness is multiplied when shared with others.

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