catalyzer

noun

Definition of catalyzernext
as in tool
something that arouses action or activity The workshop proved a catalyzer for a career change.

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  1. tool
  2. fuel
  3. mechanism
  4. stimulus
  5. generator
  6. spark
  7. trigger
  8. vehicle
Noun
  • Unions can also be powerful tools for combating racial pay discrimination; the new report shows tripling union membership would narrow the racial wage gap by more than a third.
    — Liz Shuler, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Together, the tools could help accelerate the development of more resilient electric motor systems while reducing the risks associated with critical material shortages, volatile supply chains and rapidly changing global markets.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of tool
Noun
  • That pulse crushes the fuel, driving its atoms to unite and release their own huge amount of energy, whose nature and effects scientists can study.
    — Sarah Scoles, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The investment was intended to support reactor design, licensing, and development of a nuclear fuel manufacturing facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of fuel
Noun
  • It was subsequently formalized through a trilateral mechanism involving Qatar, Israel, and the United Nations, designed to administer the aid with international and Israeli oversight.
    — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 18 Oct. 2026
  • In reality, the additional twelve teams added a a justification mechanism to the postseason, given how many schools are spending over $30 million per year just to piece together a roster good enough to contend for a playoff spot.
    — Trey Wallace OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of mechanism
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  • The Fed slashed its benchmark interest rate to near zero, but the economy still needed stimulus.
    — Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The leaders who are willing to pause between stimulus and response create sustainable change.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of stimulus
Noun
  • Westlake coach Rick Clausen said his team’s game at Ventura High remains on because the school has generators if power is cut off.
    — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Data centers and trading floors run backup generators and failover sites because their businesses can’t stop when the power does.
    — Ciaran Cosgrave, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of generator
Noun
  • People were urged to exercise extreme caution with any outdoor activities involving fire or potential sparks.
    — Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Already sporting offers from Illinois and Michigan, Holcomb has provided a huge spark offensively for Brother Rice (6-2, 1-1), according to senior receiver Lucas Strang.
    — Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of spark
Noun
  • The trigger for lithium-ion battery fires is a process called thermal runaway, a cascading sequence of heat-releasing reactions inside the battery cell.
    — Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Locals and tourists calling Luna’s name or chasing her trigger her fight-or-flight response and drive the dog further into the park, Boucher said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of trigger
Noun
  • Shortly after, Wilcox slammed on the brakes, jumped out of his vehicle, took out a loaded semi-automatic handgun and fired three gunshots at the officer, according to the District Attorney’s Office.
    — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Those of you who've never had to work inside a tank or similar armored combat vehicle can count yourselves lucky.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026
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“Catalyzer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catalyzer. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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