Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fold-increase
Noun
ˈfoʊld-ɪnˈkriːs
Definition
A fold-increase refers to a multiplication of a quantity by a specified factor, typically used in mathematical or scientific contexts.
Examples
- The population of the city has seen a fold-increase of three times over the last decade.
- The investment yielded a fold-increase in returns, growing from $100 to $300.
Meaning
The term ‘fold-increase’ indicates how many times a value has increased compared to its original amount.
Synonyms
- multiplication
- growth factor
- expansion
