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catalysts

The word “catalysts” has 3 syllables: cat-a-lysts

It's pronounced as /ˈkæt̬əlɪsts/

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In the thesaurus, “catalysts” has 76 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for catalysts

Antonyms for catalysts

Meanings of catalysts

  • 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

  • Social movements often become catalysts for political reform.
  • The scientists studied several chemical catalysts in the laboratory.
  • New technologies can act as catalysts for economic development.
  • Teachers are important catalysts for student success.
  • Major events sometimes serve as catalysts for cultural change.

On this page you'll find 82 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to catalysts, such as: activators, adjuvant, agencies, agents, agitator, animators, antecedents.

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