CATALYSTS Synonyms
There are 17 hypernyms of the word catalysts. (close relations)
Best Alternatives
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| stimulus | nounn | |||||
noun • any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action | ||||||
| activator | nounn | |||||
noun • (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 | ||||||
| impetus | nounn | |||||
noun • a force that moves something along • the act of applying force suddenly | ||||||
| incentive | nounn | |||||
noun • a positive motivational influence • an additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output | ||||||
| spark | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a momentary flash of light • Scottish writer of satirical novels (born in 1918) • merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance • electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field • a small but noticeable trace of some quality that might become stronger • a small fragment of a burning substance thrown out by burning material or by friction verb • put in motion or move to act • emit or produce sparks | ||||||
| accelerator | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||
noun • 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 | ||||||
