Definition

1. Adverb:
   • By a factor of two; to double the amount or degree: Indicates that something is multiplied by two or occurs with twice the intensity, frequency, or magnitude.

Usage

• The adverb "two times" is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to express a doubling of the base amount, rate, or degree. It is synonymous with "twice" or "twofold."
• It is often used in comparative contexts, especially with measurements, increases, decreases, or repetitions.

Examples

• Adverb:
  • The company's profits grew two times over the quarter. (The profits doubled.)
  • This new model is two times more efficient than the old one. (It has double the efficiency.)
  • He checked the calculations two times to ensure accuracy. (He checked them twice.)

Advanced Usage

• In mathematical or statistical contexts: "Two times" can specify a precise multiplier.
  • The experimental group showed a two times greater response rate.
• Emphatic comparison: Used for strong emphasis in informal comparisons.
  • She is two times as determined as anyone else on the team.

Variants and Related Words

• Twice (adv): On two occasions or in two instances; two times. Often used interchangeably in many contexts.
  • I called you twice yesterday.
• Twofold (adj/adv): Double; consisting of two parts or aspects. As an adverb, it means "by a factor of two."
  • a twofold increase (adj); The investment increased twofold. (adv)
• Double (adj/verb/noun): As a verb, it means to make or become twice as much.
  • We need to double our efforts. (verb)

Synonyms

• Twice
• Double (when used as an adverb in specific constructions, e.g., "The size doubled.")
• Twofold (as an adverb)

Related Phrases

• Two times over: For added emphasis on the completeness of the doubling.
  • They repaid the kindness two times over.
• Multiplied by two: A more formal or mathematical phrasing.
  • The value was multiplied by two.

Notes on Usage

• In everyday English, "twice" is more common than "two times" for simple frequency (e.g., ). "Two times" can sound slightly more formal or emphatic.
• "Two times" is perfectly grammatical and clear, especially when precision or emphasis is needed, or when "twice" might be less common in the specific phrasing (e.g., ).

Adverb

1. by a factor of two
   • the price increased twofold last year