double
7 synonyms and 3 antonyms for double, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Twice the usual size, amount, or number, or consisting of two matching parts.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use double
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French doble, ultimately from Latin duplus, "twofold."
Full origin of double →Frequently asked questions
What does “double” mean?
The word “double” means twice the usual size, amount, or number, or consisting of two matching parts. In plain terms, something twice as much, or a copy/lookalike of someone or something.
How do you pronounce “double”?
“Double” is pronounced DUHB-uhl (/ˈdʌb.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “double” in a sentence?
Here is “double” used in a sentence: “We ordered a double espresso to stay awake for the drive.”
What is another word for “double”?
Words with a similar meaning to “double” include twin and twofold.
What is the opposite of “double”?
The opposite of “double” — its antonyms — are half, halve and bisect.
What part of speech is “double”?
Depending on how it is used, “double” can be an adjective, a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “double” come from?
The word “double” comes from Latin. From Old French doble, ultimately from Latin duplus, "twofold.".
Is “double” a common word?
“Double” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
What is the difference between double and dual?
Double usually means twice as much or two of the same thing, as in a double portion or double doors. Dual means having two parts, roles or aspects, as in dual nationality or dual controls. Double emphasises quantity or repetition; dual emphasises a twofold nature. They are related but not interchangeable.
What is the opposite of double?
The most common opposite is single, meaning one rather than two, as with a single room versus a double. When double refers to an amount, the opposite is half, since doubling and halving reverse each other. Both single and half work depending on whether you mean number or quantity.
What is an example of double as an adjective?
A double room sleeps two people, a double whisky is twice the standard measure, and double doors are a matching pair. 'Double' can also describe a folded or twofold thing, like a double layer of fabric. In each case it signals either twice the amount or two matching parts.