redouble

re·dou·ble

verb \(ˌ)rē-ˈdə-bəl\

Definition of REDOUBLE

transitive verb

1

: to make twice as great in size or amount; broadly : intensify, strengthen

2

a obsolete : to echo back

b archaic : repeat

intransitive verb

1

: to become redoubled

2

archaic : resound

3

: to double an opponent's double in bridge

— redouble noun

Examples of REDOUBLE

1. They redoubled their efforts to finish the work on time.
2. Their efforts to finish the work redoubled as the deadline drew near.

First Known Use of REDOUBLE

15th century

Related to REDOUBLE

Synonyms

accentuate, amp (up), amplify, beef (up), boost, consolidate, deepen, enhance, heighten, magnify, intensify, step up, strengthen

Antonyms

abate, moderate

Related Words

broaden, enlarge, expand, extend, lengthen; accelerate, hasten, quicken; emphasize, point (up), sharpen, stress; augment, enforce, reinforce (also reenforce), restrengthen, supplement; maximize; enliven, jazz (up); aggravate, exacerbate

Near Antonyms

decrease, diminish, lessen, let up (on), reduce, subdue, tone (down), weaken; dwindle, recede, subside, taper (off), wane; alleviate, ease, lighten

Rhymes with REDOUBLE

abubble, soap bubble, undouble