double
- 01 A2 Elementary
adj.twice as much or as many as usual.
adj.denoting twice the quantity, size, or value of a standard unit.
Simple“I ordered a double espresso because I was feeling very tired.”
In context“The company reported double the expected profits after the new product line became an overnight success.”
- 02 A2 Elementary
adj.made of two matching parts or designed for two people.
adj.composed of two identical or complementary elements; designed for use by two individuals.
Simple“We booked a double room for our weekend trip to the city.”
In context“The house features double doors at the entrance, creating a grander aesthetic than a standard single-width frame.”
- 03 B1 Intermediate
v.to become twice as big or to make something twice as big.
v.to increase twofold in quantity or size; to multiply a value by two.
Simple“The population of the small town doubled in just ten years.”
In context“The investor hoped to double her initial capital within five years by focusing on high-growth technology stocks.”
SynonymsAntonymshalve - 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to have a second use or job in addition to the main one.
v.to serve an additional purpose or function beyond the primary one; often used with 'as'.
Simple“This sofa doubles as a bed when we have guests staying over.”
In context“During the off-season, the coastal resort doubles as a training centre for professional athletes seeking a quiet environment.”
- 05 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.someone who looks exactly like another person.
n.a person who bears a striking physical resemblance to another, sometimes acting as a substitute.
Simple“I saw a man today who was a perfect double for my brother.”
In context“The actor used a stunt double for the dangerous scene involving the high-speed motorcycle chase.”
Synonymslookalikedoppelganger - 06 B1 Intermediate
n.a drink that has two shots of alcohol instead of one.
n.a serving of spirits containing twice the standard measure of alcohol.
Simple“He asked the bartender for a double gin and tonic.”
In context“After a long and stressful flight, he decided to order a double at the hotel bar before heading to his room.”
Antonyms - 07 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.winning two important competitions in the same year.
n.the achievement of winning two major trophies or events in a single season or meeting.
Simple“The team won the double by taking both the league title and the cup.”
In context“Winning the double remains the ultimate ambition for most top-tier European football clubs.”
- 08 B1 Intermediate
adv.with two people or things together.
adv.in a pair or twofold manner; often used in the phrase 'to see double'.
Simple“After the hit to his head, he started seeing double.”
In context“The soldiers were ordered to march double-quick to reach the border before nightfall.”
Usage double quotation · doubled in size · doubled since
PIE word *dwóh₁ From Middle English double, from Old French doble, double, from Latin duplus (“twofold”). Doublet of doppio and duple.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.