twofold

American  

[too-fohld, too-fohld] / ˈtuˌfoʊld, ˈtuˈfoʊld /

adjective

1. having two elements or parts.

2. twice as great or as much; double.

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adverb

1. in twofold measure; doubly.

twofold British  

/ ˈtuːˌfəʊld /

adjective

1. equal to twice as many or twice as much; double

   a twofold increase

2. made of two parts; dual

   a twofold reason

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adverb

1. doubly

Other Word Forms

• twofoldness
  noun

Etymology

Origin of twofold

Middle English word dating back to 1125–75; see origin at two, -fold

Example Sentences

For 30-somethings who are struggling to afford childcare and save adequately for retirement, WA Cares offers twofold support.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Barbara McQuade: The reason I’ve said he may be more dangerous is twofold.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

The McCoys’ signature achievement has been twofold, said Jeff Crooks, a San Diego wetlands expert.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

The aim of the social supermarket is twofold, according to Watkins.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

My goals are twofold: destroy my former master, and then return home.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith