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catalyze

UK
/ˈkæt.əl.aɪz/
US
/ˈkæt.əl.aɪz/

Translations

catalyzeverb
catalyzed
Past Simple
catalyzed
Past Participle
catalyzing
Gerund
UK
/ˈkæt.əl.aɪz/
US
/ˈkæt.əl.aɪz/
The enzyme catalyzes the breakdown of sugars in the body.
L’enzyme catalyse la décomposition des sucres dans le corps.
Synonyms
accelerate
stimulate
activate
facilitate
trigger
initiate

Definitions

catalyzeverb
To cause or accelerate a reaction by acting as a catalyst.
The enzyme catalyzes the breakdown of sugars in the body.
To bring about or initiate a process or event.
The new policy is expected to catalyze significant changes in the industry.
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