Synonyms of catalyst
3 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for catalyst is stimulus. Other synonyms of catalyst are straw that stirs the drink and solicitor. The opposite of catalyst is inhibitor.
Synonyms and similar words for catalyst
nounSomething that encourages progress or change.
- stimulus
- straw that stirs the drinkThe person who stimulates or inspires a group; the major factor affecting a trend or set of developments.
- solicitorA catalyst, a thing prompting some action or behavior.
Opposite of catalyst
Meaning of catalyst
- noun A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.
- noun Something that encourages progress or change.
- noun An inciting incident that sets the successive conflict into motion.
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Questions about synonyms of catalyst
- What is another word for catalyst?
- Catalyst has 3 synonyms on Word.ws, such as stimulus, straw that stirs the drink and solicitor.
- What is the opposite of catalyst?
- The opposite of catalyst is inhibitor.
- What does catalyst mean?
- Catalyst means a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.
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