DOUBLES Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

doubles 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of double

as in increases

to make twice as great or as many we doubled our investment in six months

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as in folds

to lay one part over or against another part of double the wet cloth and place it on the victim's forehead

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doubles

2 of 2

noun

plural of double

as in twins

something or someone that strongly resembles another he looks so much like you that he could be your double

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Recent Examples of doubles

Verb

In 2003, the team ran the table, finishing a perfect 32-0 and winning the NCAA team title, as well as the individual singles and doubles championships. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 31 July 2026 The sauna area runs nude, German-style, and the spa garden opens straight onto the lakeshore, so the lake itself doubles as the ultimate plunge. — Winston Ross, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 The stackable stools tuck neatly away when not in use to a sturdy tabletop that doubles as a bench for grown-ups. — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 31 July 2026 Compact and cozy, each of the 94-square-foot studios has smart storage, a proper bed and full shower, with a space-saving shower screen that doubles as the bathroom door. — Belinda Luksic, Southern Living, 31 July 2026 Food and Drink Reception doubles as a cafe, where the front-desk staff can check you in and pull a tight espresso. — Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2026 Venus enters Libra on August 6, which usually paves the way for a pleasing journey through foreign lands (and doubles your odds of finding romance abroad). — Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026 Instead of a dedicated living room, the Rogue Mini has a sleeping area that doubles as a general hangout space. — Adam Williams july 29, New Atlas, 29 July 2026 The juicy, buildable formula doubles as a lip color and cream blush for an effortlessly monochromatic look, while squalane and antioxidant-rich raspberry, strawberry, and cranberry extracts keep skin and lips feeling hydrated. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 July 2026

Noun

De La Cruz hit three doubles, stole two bases and had an RBI. — CBS News, 31 July 2026 Mike Mussina became the second pitcher in major league history to give up six doubles in one inning, during the New York Yankees’ 17-6 loss to Texas. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026 Bregman went 9 for 18 as the Cubs took three games in the four-game series, with six doubles, a home run and three RBIs. — ABC News, 30 July 2026 Arraez has 23 doubles, seven triples, and is relentless in getting on base as a three-time batting champion. — Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 30 July 2026 Participants can compete in men’s and women’s doubles or mixed doubles and will receive a Pickleball Day Theme Game package. — Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2026 Chicago’s young lineup surprised the veteran Atlanta team out of the gate, sweeping gender doubles. — Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 Waters, a nearly unbeatable 19-year-old who leads the Professional Pickleball Association tour rankings in singles, doubles and mixed doubles, said in an interview. — Ethan Beck, Washington Post, 24 July 2026 Mayrlife has 64 rooms, ranging from comfortable doubles to suites, penthouses and even private residences. — Jamie Timson, TheWeek, 24 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubles

Verb

Curcumin is poorly absorbed on its own, but piperine, a compound in black pepper, increases how much curcumin your body takes in.

— Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2026
Every additional interaction increases operating costs while providing little assurance of stronger products or happier customers.

— Michael Edmondson, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of increases

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The rooms Those heart-melting pastel colors that glow as Venice and her lagoon move from daytime into evening have been collated here in room decor, which brings the outdoors inside and folds it into midcentury-modern style and comfort.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Since then, Jabees has improved on its design, with a compact twin-speaker unit that folds up into a compact package when not in use and spreads out flat under any pillow when needed.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of folds

Noun

Remarkably, the children who initially drew them together at Great Beginnings — Begnaud’s son Max and Kisner’s twins — were born just 10 days apart.

— Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
The Scarface actor continued to expand his family over the next three decades, sharing twins Anton and Olivia, 25, with Beverly D’Angelo and son Roman, 3, with movie producer Noor Alfallah.

— Adrianne Reece, InStyle, 31 July 2026

Definition of twins

Noun

The charging document also cited one of the many messages Dumarce sent to Cole, including some previously cited by Cole that included threats with pictures of her children.

— Margaret Baker, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
Anticipate major developments, as the Lesnar-Femi clash is highly watched, potentially shaping future title pictures.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of pictures

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Interpretive guidance from attorneys general and relevant agencies comes first, as Attorney General Tong’s Connecticut advisory and Attorney General Campbell’s earlier Massachusetts advisory demonstrate, doing the threshold work that a substantial share of state AI legislation otherwise duplicates.

— Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 15 May 2026
If Shane van Gisbergen duplicates his amazing run last Sunday on the road course at Watkins Glen, the June 21 Anduril 250 at Navy Base Coronado might be remembered as one of those great events.

— Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026

Definition of duplicates

Noun

In 2026, a surge of legal disputes arose from the unauthorized use of individuals' images, voices, and creative works.

— Schuyler Moore, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
During the five-day preliminary hearing, prosecutors displayed gruesome crime scene images of Hernandez’s remains and produced hundreds of text messages between Burke and Hernandez that provided an in-depth look at their relationship.

— Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026

Definition of images

Noun

As this report revealed, the Abu Dhabi Potter land is expected to be the only one worldwide with replicas of both Hogwarts Castle and Diagon Alley.

— Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Six modern replicas have also been completed, combining century-old plans with the latest in aluminum hulls, composite rigging, and sail technology.

— Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 18 July 2026