Synonyms for catalyst

Grammar : Noun

Spell : kat-l-ist

Phonetic Transcription : ˈkæt l ɪst

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Définition of catalyst

Origin : "substance which speeds a chemical reaction but itself remains unchanged," 1902, formed in English (on analogy of analyst) from catalysis. Figurative use by 1943.

noun something which incites activity

Example sentences :

You'll be pleasantly surprised at how this approach will act as a catalyst.
Extract from : « A Practical Guide to Self-Hypnosis » by Melvin Powers

I come back soon and gif you the catalyst for that last reaction.
Extract from : « Beyond the Vanishing Point » by Raymond King Cummings

You do not know where we secure the catalyst your people seek.
Extract from : « The Colors of Space » by Marion Zimmer Bradley

A catalyst failed briefly in its task, then resumed, but the damage had been done.
Extract from : « The Short Life » by Francis Donovan

This simple act may have been the catalyst which gave Burl the solution to the problem.
Extract from : « The Forgotten Planet » by Murray Leinster

I have some scientific knowledge myself about the powers of this catalyst.
Extract from : « Brigands of the Moon » by Ray Cummings

We may, then, compare the catalyst to what is known as "a good mixer" in society.
Extract from : « Creative Chemistry » by Edwin E. Slosson

For that reason the catalyst is referred to as "a chemical parson."
Extract from : « Creative Chemistry » by Edwin E. Slosson

Ambition is the catalyst that lifts a man above his fellows and then lifts them also.
Extract from : « The Fourth R » by George Oliver Smith

There may be a catalyst here in this area which works in conjunction with your thought-processes and not mine.
Extract from : « The Alternate Plan » by Gerry Maddren

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