quadruple
1 antonyms and opposites of quadruple, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Four times as large, as many, or as much.
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How to use quadruple
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin quadruplus, itself built from quadri- ("four") plus -plus ("fold"), the same pattern as "double" and "triple."
Full origin of quadruple →Frequently asked questions
What does “quadruple” mean?
The word “quadruple” means four times as large, as many, or as much. In plain terms, times four — either as a description of size or as an action of multiplying by four.
How do you pronounce “quadruple”?
“Quadruple” is pronounced KWOD-ruu-puhl (/kwɑˈdɹu.pəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “quadruple” in a sentence?
Here is “quadruple” used in a sentence: “The champion earned a quadruple bypass— sorry, a quadruple crown, winning all four majors that year.”
What is the opposite of “quadruple”?
The opposite of “quadruple” — its antonyms — is quarter.
What part of speech is “quadruple”?
Depending on how it is used, “quadruple” can be an adjective and a verb.
Where does the word “quadruple” come from?
The word “quadruple” comes from Latin. From Latin quadruplus, itself built from quadri- ("four") plus -plus ("fold"), the same pattern as "double" and "triple.".
Is “quadruple” a common word?
“Quadruple” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “quadruple” have?
“Quadruple” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: four times as large, as many, or as much.