Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Double”
To make something two times as much.
Word Family of Double
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The company decided to double their investment in new technology. B1
- If you double the recipe, you'll have enough for eight people. B1
- The population doubled in just fifty years. B1
Word Form Patterns for Double
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: double → doubly.
Origin and Word Formation of Double
From Old French doble, Latin duplus (two-fold).
Common Word Form Mistakes with Double
Wrong: The company will double their sales by next year.
Correct: The company will double its sales by next year.
Use 'its' (possessive pronoun for company) instead of 'their' (plural possessive).
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Double
What are the word forms of “double”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “double”?
“double” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “double” come from?
From Old French doble, Latin duplus (two-fold).