Sevenfold
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɛvənfoʊld/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Sevenfold is an adjective meaning Seven times as much; multiplied by seven.
Meaning
Seven times as much; multiplied by seven.
More Meanings
- Having seven parts; composed of seven items.
- By a factor of seven.
Example Sentences
Come down to the sevenfold gates and harry the foemen away!
Long-distance rail travel is increasing despite a similar sevenfold rise in ownership of private transport throughout the country.
“I'm through with all pawn-games,” I laughed. “Come, let us have a game of lansquenet. Either I will take a farewell fall out of you or you will have your sevenfold revenge”.
And the Lord said unto him, Therefore whosoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold. And the Lord set a mark upon Cain, lest any finding him should kill him.
Synonyms for sevenfold
Depending on context, synonyms include multiple, septuple.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include septuple, multiple, seven, saman, sevenfolded, seventyfold.
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