catalyst

The word “catalyst” has 3 syllables: cat-a-lyst

It's pronounced as /ˈkæt̬əˌlɪst/

What is synonym and antonym for catalyst?

In the thesaurus, “catalyst” has 67 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for catalyst along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for catalyst

activator
adjuvant
agency
agent
agitator
animator
antecedent
boost
catalyzer
cause
determinant
driver
encouragement
energizer
enzyme
executor
expedient
factor
fuel
generator
goad
impetus
impulse
incendiary
incentive
incitation
incitement
inducement
influence
ingredient
inspiration
instigation
instigator
instrument
instrumentality
invitation
launcher
machinery
means
mechanism
medium
ministry
momentum
motivation
mover
occasion
organ
power
provocation
radical stimulus
reactant
reactionary
reason
spark
spark plug
spur
stimulant
stimulus
subagency
subagent
synergist
tool
trigger
vehicle
wave maker
weapon
yeast

Antonyms for catalyst

block
blockage
counterincentive
disincentive
hindrance
prevention

Meanings of catalyst

noun
1. A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.
2. Someone or something that encourages progress or change.
3. An inciting incident that sets the successive conflict into motion.
4. A catalytic converter.

Example Sentences

The new policy became a catalyst for economic growth.
Her speech served as a catalyst for change in the community.
The invention acted as a catalyst for technological innovation.
That unexpected event was the catalyst that started the discussion.
Education can be a powerful catalyst for personal development.

On this page you'll find 73 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to catalyst, such as: activator, adjuvant, agency, agent, agitator, animator, antecedent.

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