Catalyse

usgb/ˈkætəlaɪz/
verb

To speed up a process, or make a process happen faster.

Enzymes catalyse chemical reactions in the body.
Visual representation of "catalyse" - To speed up a process, or make a process happen faster.

Often appears as...

  • catalyse a reaction
  • catalyse change

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Formal

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Speed Enhancement

Used to imply something is made quicker, not started from scratch.

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The new policy catalysed the development of renewable energy projects.
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Process Focused

Emphasize existing processes accelerating, not creating new ones.

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Her groundbreaking research catalysed the quest for a cure.
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Positive Connotation

Often used to indicate a desirable acceleration or improvement.

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The innovation catalysed company growth exponentially.
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