catalyze

verb

ˈka-tə-ˌlīz How to pronounce catalyze (audio)
Definition of catalyzenext
as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) a reinstitution of the draft would catalyze protests around the country

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Recent Examples of catalyze What could have remained a fleeting viral moment instead catalyzed an entire educational ecosystem spanning disciplines from business to humanities, STEM to personal development. — Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025 Styling the multi-hyphenate for a Refinery29 feature and other press moments catalyzed her career to take flight. — Jailynn Taylor, Essence, 1 Apr. 2025 While this transition may seem daunting, AI catalyzes a new way of thinking. — Dr. Chaouki Kasmi, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025 Global environmental issues have catalyzed Antarctica’s climate problems. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for catalyze
Recent Examples of Synonyms for catalyze
  1. create
  2. cause
  3. generate
  4. bring
  5. prompt
  6. produce
  7. do
Verb
  • The project is also intended to contribute to maintaining existing forests and creating new ones.
    — Noël Fletcher, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
  • Legal scholars have said there is little legal precedent for Trump's war on Big Law, which has created a chilling effect across the legal community, and most will certainly have a chilling effect on his opponents who will need legal representation against him.
    — Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 29 Mar. 2025
Definition of create
Verb
  • Ashley’s mother Karen confirmed to The Independent that her daughter had been moved to a general ward but was transferred back to ICU on Wednesday, April 2 after developing pneumonia, which caused her lung to collapse.
    — Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
  • This chronic condition causes patches of lighter skin.
    — Carrie Madormo, RN, Health, 4 Apr. 2025
Definition of cause
Verb
  • While the Rays celebrated the culmination of the deal last summer, Sternberg was still unsure a new stadium would generate enough revenue to make the team’s $700 million commitment to stadium construction worthwhile.
    — John Romano, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2025
  • This designation, traditionally reserved for other asset classes, now reflects the reality that affordable housing is a stable, income-generating investment, particularly given recent market instability.
    — Mark Levine, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of generate
Verb
  • These roles lean towards the generic but the savvy casting of veteran actors still manage to bring some character to their anonymity without drawing focus from the play’s principal mission.
    — Frank Rizzo, Variety, 4 Apr. 2025
  • The car manufacturer also brought its signature elegance to Tokyo with the No. 001 Minami Aoyama mansion, developed in collaboration with the top-tier Japanese luxury concierge firm Vibroa.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2025
Definition of bring
Verb
  • Read the full story by Martha McHardy on Newsweek. 11:52 AM EDT U.S. tariffs prompt strategic shifts for businesses, warns European Chamber The European Chamber of Commerce in China has stated that the latest U.S. tariffs will force many companies to rethink their business models and supply chains.
    — Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Turkey has emerged as a key player in Syria, prompting concerns in Israel over the possibility of Turkey expanding its military presence inside the country.
    — Time, Time, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of prompt
Verb
  • Directed by Joachim Rønning, the movie also stars Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan and Gillian Anderson. Leto, Sean Bailey, Jeffrey Silver, Justin Springer, Emma Ludbrook and Steven Lisberger produce, while Russell Allen executive produces.
    — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 5 Apr. 2025
  • For example, a carbon tax puts a price on carbon emissions by produced by products as a way of reducing environmental impacts.
    — Mary Anna Mancuso, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2025
Definition of produce
Verb
  • The man himself was thinking how Jon Rahm did the same thing in 2023 and went on to win.
    — Jordan Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The Dolphins badly need to upgrade the offensive line, and Tyler Booker does just that.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of do

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