Synonyms

catalyze

American

[kat-l-ahyz] / ˈkæt lˌaɪz /

especially British, catalyse

verb (used with object)

catalyzed, catalyzing

to act upon by catalysis.

catalyze Scientific

/ kăt′l-īz′ /

To modify, especially to increase, the rate of a chemical reaction through the action of a catalyst.

Other Word Forms

catalyzer noun

Etymology

Origin of catalyze

First recorded in 1885–90; cataly(sis) + (-i)ze

Example Sentences

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The materials were then evaluated for their ability to catalyze hydrogen peroxide production.

From Science Daily

One of the impacts is inventory-driven, says OPIS, the news and data energy service from Dow Jones: “Short-term, buyers may build inventory as prices increase, catalyzing a short-lived uplift in demand.”

From Barron's

“Short-term, buyers may build inventory as prices increase, catalyzing a short-lived uplift in demand.”

From Barron's

Gains have been catalyzed by Rocket Lab’s own growth.

From Barron's

He is based in Europe but roving widely, working with bureau chiefs and reporters to catalyze our best reporting from the field.

From The Wall Street Journal

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