multiply
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for multiply, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To perform the mathematical operation that combines a number with itself a given number of times.
Synonyms
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 multiply
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
multiply by
multiply rapidly
Etymology
From Old French multiplier, from Latin multiplicare, built from multi- ("many") and plicare ("to fold").
Full origin of multiply →Frequently asked questions
What does “multiply” mean?
The word “multiply” means to perform the mathematical operation that combines a number with itself a given number of times. In plain terms, to combine numbers mathematically, or more broadly to grow rapidly in number.
How do you pronounce “multiply”?
“Multiply” is pronounced MUHL-tihp-leye (/ˈmʌltɪplaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “multiply” in a sentence?
Here is “multiply” used in a sentence: “Multiply six by seven and you get forty-two.”
What is another word for “multiply”?
Words with a similar meaning to “multiply” include manifold.
What part of speech is “multiply”?
“Multiply” is a verb.
Where does the word “multiply” come from?
The word “multiply” comes from Latin. From Old French multiplier, from Latin multiplicare, built from multi- ("many") and plicare ("to fold").
Is “multiply” a common word?
“Multiply” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “multiply” have?
“Multiply” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to perform the mathematical operation that combines a number with itself a given number of times.
