Antonyms for re-double

Grammar : Verb

Spell : ree-duhb-uh l

Phonetic Transcription : riˈdʌb əl

Definition of re-double

Origin : mid-15c., "double again, multiply" (trans.), from Middle French redoubler, from Old French re- "again" (see re-) + doubler "to double" (see double (v.)). Meaning "become twice as much" (intrans.) is from late 15c. Related: Redoubled; redoubling.

As in increase : verb add or grow
As in intensify : verb make more forceful, severe
As in magnify : verb enlarge, intensify
As in mount : verb increase, grow
As in rally : verb reorganize, unite
As in rise : verb increase, grow
As in rouse : verb stimulate, excite
As in redouble : verb reinforce
As in redouble : verb intensify
As in reecho : verb echo
As in snowball : verb increase
As in deepen : verb make more intense
As in double : verb make two of; make twice as large
As in duplicate : verb make a copy; repeat
As in echo : verb repeat, copy

Example sentences :

If the dealer has seen the two hands, he is not allowed to re-double.
Extract from : « Bridge; its Principles and Rules of Play » by J.B. Elwell

The man heard it with great delight, and promised to re-double his diligence to deserve her favour.
Extract from : « Cecilia, Volume 3 (of 3) » by Frances (Fanny) Burney (Madame d'Arblay)

If any double or re-double out of turn be not accepted, there shall be no further doubling in that hand.
Extract from : « Bridge Axioms and Laws » by J. B. Elwell

If the dealer or his partner elect to re-double, their adversaries shall have the right to again double.
Extract from : « Bridge Axioms and Laws » by J. B. Elwell

If either of their adversaries elect to double, the dealer and his partner have the right to re-double.
Extract from : « Bridge Axioms and Laws » by J. B. Elwell

If it is decided that the re-double shall stand, the process of re-doubling may continue as described in this and foregoing laws.
Extract from : « Bridge Axioms and Laws » by J. B. Elwell

If any double or re-double out of turn be not accepted there shall be no further doubling in that hand.
Extract from : « Bridge; its Principles and Rules of Play » by J.B. Elwell

Abud shouted threateningly for us to stop, but that only made us re-double our efforts.
Extract from : « Astounding Stories, July, 1931 » by Various

Synonyms for re-double

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