CATALYZE Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

catalyze

verb

ˈka-tə-ˌlīz

Definition of catalyze

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 The 1973 oil shock catalyzed investments in nuclear power, renewable energy, and efficiency that reduced the fossil-fuel intensity of the global economy even more rapidly than climate policy did in the years following the 2015 Paris Agreement. — Jason Bordoff, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026 The Skoll Foundation catalyzes transformational social change by investing in, connecting, and championing social entrepreneurs and other social innovators who together advance bold and equitable solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. — Big Think, 11 Aug. 2026 People are decreasingly able to tell what’s real and what’s fake, and that’s due in large part to the mainstreaming of this technology catalyzed by OpenAI itself. — Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026 Ohtani then catalyzed the winning rally against Alex Lange (1-7). — CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for catalyze

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Designed as a therapeutic companion, the robot resembles a baby seal and uses soft fur, gentle movements, and responsive sounds to create the calming presence of a living pet.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
This poplin maxi skirt is stylish, and its A-line cut can create a flattering silhouette on all body types.

— Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of create

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One day, Cole paged through an album whose acidic glues caused her particular anguish.

— Laura Preston, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
The rocks and melted water then swelled the rivers in the valleys below, causing a torrent of water that swept buildings, bridges and earth downstream in Tibet and Nepal.

— Victoria Milko, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of cause

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On Location, which sells premium packages at high-profile events like the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl and the US Open, helped generate $666 million in revenue for the first six months of this year — a 60% increase compared to the year prior.

— Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
The results showed that the deformation became stronger toward the section of the ceiling directly beneath the roadside above the shaft, similar to how modern LiDAR systems can generate detailed three-dimensional measurements.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of generate

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The Moon enters Aries and your 11th House of Friends, Community, and Future Plans, bringing energy to invitations, brainstorms, and shared goals.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
Brooks Lee hit a two-run home run and Kody Clemens had a solo home run, bringing the Twins within 4-3.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of bring

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That blueprint prompted excitement among fans, especially when a deal for Victor Munoz appeared wrapped up.

— George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Major rainfall flooding could prompt evacuations and rescues, the weather service said, and waterways could overflow their banks.

— Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of prompt

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As Korean growth picks up, President Lee Jae Myung could be excused for thinking his job as an economic reformer is done.

— William Pesek, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Quarterback Jack Strand made the Atlanta Falcons’ initial 53-man roster Sunday, and running back Tyler Goodson did not.

— Josh Kendall, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026

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