Catalyze
verb
To cause or accelerate a reaction or process by the introduction of a catalyst.
Enzymes catalyze biochemical reactions in the body.
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Formal
catalyze change, catalyze reactions, catalyze growth
verb
To bring about or trigger a significant change or development.
The new policy aims to catalyze economic development in the region.
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Neutral
catalyze progress, catalyze innovation, catalyze transformation
verb
To cause or accelerate a reaction or process by the introduction of a catalyst.
Enzymes catalyze biochemical reactions in the body.
Usage tips
Formal
catalyze change, catalyze reactions, catalyze growth
verb
To bring about or trigger a significant change or development.
The new policy aims to catalyze economic development in the region.
Usage tips
Neutral
catalyze progress, catalyze innovation, catalyze transformation
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Formal Context
Use in scientific writing or discussions to sound knowledgeable.
Enzymes catalyze chemical reactions, enhancing comprehension.
Pro Tip 2/3Against Inaction
Avoid using when referring to passive processes; it implies action.
Simply observing does not catalyze change.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive Connotation
While 'catalyze' has a constructive meaning, ensure that surrounding words maintain a positive tone.
Policies that catalyze growth foster improvement.
Pro Tip 1/3Formal Context
Use in scientific writing or discussions to sound knowledgeable.
Enzymes catalyze chemical reactions, enhancing comprehension.
Pro Tip 2/3Against Inaction
Avoid using when referring to passive processes; it implies action.
Simply observing does not catalyze change.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive Connotation
While 'catalyze' has a constructive meaning, ensure that surrounding words maintain a positive tone.
Policies that catalyze growth foster improvement.
Pro Tip 1/3Formal Context
Use in scientific writing or discussions to sound knowledgeable.
Enzymes catalyze chemical reactions, enhancing comprehension.
Pro Tip 2/3Against Inaction
Avoid using when referring to passive processes; it implies action.
Simply observing does not catalyze change.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive Connotation
While 'catalyze' has a constructive meaning, ensure that surrounding words maintain a positive tone.
Policies that catalyze growth foster improvement.
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