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.
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She doubled the recipe to make more cookies.
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He doubled over in pain.
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The road doubles back on itself.
doubled Synonyms and Antonyms
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.
Example
He offered me double or nothing on our bet, but I declined.
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.'
