twofold
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈtuːfoʊld/
KK: /ˈtuːfoʊld/
adjective
Definition
Having two parts or aspects; being double or twice as great in number or amount.
Example
The project had a twofold purpose: to educate and to entertain.
Conversation
I heard your presentation had a twofold approach to the topic.
Yeah, I wanted to cover both the technical and practical aspects.
That sounds really effective; having a twofold strategy must engage more people.
Exactly! It really helped to clarify the information for everyone.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
double
dual
twice
Antonyms
single
onefold
unilateral
adverb
Definition
In a way that involves two parts or aspects; to double the amount or degree.
Example
The project will benefit twofold from the new funding.
Conversation
Did you know that my workload has increased twofold this month?
Wow, that sounds intense! How are you handling it?
I'm trying to stay organized, but it’s definitely a challenge.
Root Explanation
Twofold → It is formed from "two" (from Old English "twa", meaning the number 2) and "-fold" (from Old English "fold", meaning to fold or to double). The word "twofold" means something that is doubled or consists of two parts.
Memory Tip
Think of the number 'two' and the idea of 'folding' something to make it double — that's why twofold means something that is doubled or has two parts.
Visually Confused Words
twifold
woold
twinfold