catalyst
nounDivide catalyst into syllables:
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:
acceleratorpowertriggerimpetusinstigatormotivationfueldrivervehiclegeneratorShow 15 more
Antonyms for catalyst:
blockimpedimenthindranceinterferencehurdlerestraintdiscouragementbrakeobstaclecurbShow 8 more
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