CATALYSERS Synonyms

• a pedal that controls the throttle valve

• a valve that regulates the supply of fuel to the engine

• (chemistry) a substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction without itself being affected

• a scientific instrument that increases the kinetic energy of charged particles

• (biology) any agency bringing about activation; a molecule that increases the activity of an enzyme or a protein that increases the production of a gene product in DNA transcription

• someone who makes progress easier

• a substance used to ignite or kindle a fire

• a device for lighting or igniting fuel or charges or fires

• an agent capable of activating specific genes

• someone who tries to persuade or induce or lead on

• a substance from which another substance is formed (especially by a metabolic reaction)

• a person who goes before or announces the coming of another

• something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone

• someone who is an active supporter and advocate

• a sponsor who books and stages public entertainments

• a mechanical device that rotates to push against air or water

• a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

• any sharply pointed projection

• tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers

• a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward

• a railway line connected to a trunk line

• incite or stimulate

• give heart or courage to

• strike with a spur

• goad with spurs

• equip with spurs

• A person, device or substance that stimulates.