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redouble Antonyms
Opposite of redouble
Because the opposite of redouble shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To make or become much greater, more intense, or more numerous (especially of efforts or emotions).
Usage Example
"After falling behind schedule, the research team decided to diminish their efforts to complete the clinical study on time."
Strongest
diminish
lessen
Strong
reduce
weaken
slacken
abate
• verb (Context 2)
To double again a bid in contract bridge that an opponent has already doubled, thereby further increasing the scoring stakes.
Usage Example
"Holding two aces and a king, the declarer chose to pass immediately after the opponent's aggressive double."
Strong
pass
Similar words to redouble
Words similar to redouble shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
intensify
step up
increase
heighten
amplify
escalate
strengthen
augment
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Redouble. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/redouble