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Definition of fivefold

fivefold

/ˈfaɪv.foʊld/
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• adjective

1

Five times as great or as numerous.

Example

"The renewable energy sector experienced a fivefold increase in investment over the past decade."

2

Having five parts or elements.

Example

"The leaf displays a distinctive fivefold symmetry common to that botanical family."

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• adverb

1

By five times; to five times the number or amount.

Example

"Production capacity has grown fivefold since the new automated facility opened."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'fīffeald', a compound of 'fīf' (five) and '-feald' (-fold).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fivefold. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fivefold
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