catalyst

noun

How many syllables in catalyst?

There are 3 syllables in the word catalyst.

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cat · a · lyst

How to pronounce catalyst:

Definition of catalyst:

catalyst (noun):: something that encourages effort or action; (chemistry) a substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction without itself being affected.; a substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible

Synonyms for catalyst:

accelerator

activator

catalyzer

cause

determinant

driver

energizer

enzyme

executor

factor

fuel

generator

impetus

impulse

incentive

influence

ingredient

inspiration

instigation

instigator

launcher

mechanism

motivation

mover

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Antonyms for catalyst:

barrier

block

blockage

brake

check

counterincentive

curb

dampener

determent

deterrent

discouragement

disincentive

dissuasion

encumbrance

handicap

hindrance

hurdle

impediment

inhibition

inhibitor

interference

obstacle

obstruction

preventer

prevention

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