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Meaning of catalyzed
The primary meaning of the word "catalyzed" is to speed up a chemical reaction or to facilitate a process.
Etymology of catalyzed
The word "catalyzed" comes from the Greek word "katalusis", meaning "dissolution", and the suffix "-zed", which is a verb-forming suffix
The term "catalyst" was first used in the 19th century to describe a substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed or altered
Synonyms
sparked
initiated
prompted
triggered
accelerated
facilitated
stimulated
motivated
inspired
encouraged
activated
energized
driven
propelled
boosted
enhanced
amplified
intensified
strengthened
invigorated
revitalized
renewed
restored
revived
animated
galvanized
spurred
impelled
goaded
prodded
nudged
pushed
urged
induced
caused
created
produced
generated
fostered
supported
assisted
aided
abetted
Definitions
- To speed up a chemical reaction by using a catalyst
- * To facilitate a process or to make it happen more quickly
Usage Examples
- The presence of a catalyst catalyzed the chemical reaction, causing it to happen more quickly
- * The new policy catalyzed a shift in the company's approach to sustainability
- * The conversation catalyzed a change in her perspective, making her more open-minded
Antonyms
hindered
slowed
delayed
blocked
obstructed
impeded
prevented
stopped
halted
paused
suspended
inhibited
suppressed
restricted
limited
reduced
decreased
diminished
weakened
stifled
smothered
extinguished
quenched