doubled

[duhb-uhld]

doubled Definition

  • 1to make twice as great; to multiply by two.
  • 2to fold or bend over on itself, as a cloth does.
  • 3to turn back on itself; to reverse direction.

Using doubled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "doubled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company doubled its profits this year.

  • Example

    She doubled the recipe to make more cookies.

  • Example

    He doubled over in pain.

  • Example

    The road doubles back on itself.

doubled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for doubled

Antonyms for doubled

Phrases with doubled

  • double down

    to become more tenacious, zealous, or resolute in a position or undertaking.

    Example

    Despite the risks, he decided to double down on his investment strategy.

  • double up

    to share accommodations meant for one person with another person.

    Example

    We had to double up in the hotel room because there were no more vacancies.

  • double or nothing

    a bet in which the winner either doubles their money or loses everything.

    Example

    He offered me double or nothing on our bet, but I declined.

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Summary: doubled in Brief

The verb 'doubled' [duhb-uhld] means to make something twice as great or to multiply it by two. It can also refer to folding or bending something over on itself or reversing direction. Examples include 'The company doubled its profits this year' and 'He doubled over in pain.' Phrases like 'double down' and 'double or nothing' extend the meaning of 'doubled.'