Meaning of the word multiplied in English

What does multiplied mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

multiplied

US /ˈmʌl.tə.plaɪd/
UK /ˈmʌl.tɪ.plaɪd/

Verb

1.

increased greatly in number or quantity; proliferated

Example:
The company's profits have multiplied over the past year.
The bacteria multiplied rapidly in the warm environment.
2.

performed the mathematical operation of multiplication

Example:
He multiplied the numbers to get the total sum.
When you multiply five by three, you get fifteen.

Adjective

having been increased in number or quantity

Example:
The problem was exacerbated by the multiplied effects of poverty and disease.
The multiplied efforts of the team led to a successful outcome.