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

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Rhymes with REDOUBLE

abubble, soap bubble, undouble