eightfold

/ˈeɪtˌfoʊld/
adverb
  1. By eight times as much or as many.
    • The value of the land increased eightfold over the past decade.
    • The population of the town grew eightfold after the new factory opened.
    • The cost of the project rose eightfold due to unexpected delays.
adjective
  1. Eight times as great or as many.
    • There has been an eightfold rise in the number of visitors to the national park.
    • The company reported an eightfold increase in profits this quarter.
    • The recipe calls for an eightfold amount of flour compared to the original.
  2. Having eight parts or elements.
    • Her speech outlined an eightfold strategy for reducing waste.
    • The ancient symbol represents an eightfold path to enlightenment.
    • The committee proposed an eightfold plan to improve the city's infrastructure.
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