catalyst

Definition for catalyst

noun as in something which incites activity

Strongest matches

impetus, incentive, motivation, stimulant

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adjuvant, agitator, enzyme, goad, impulse, incendiary, incitation, incitement, reactant, reactionary, spur, synergist

Weak matches

radical stimulus, spark plug, wave maker

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An Anaheim Resort district minimum wage law also served as a catalyst.

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Victory over Fulham came three days after a Europa League win over Bologna - and can be a catalyst for recovery.

From BBC

Jamie Daniel's death, at the age of 58, was the catalyst for the third significant chapter in the story.

From BBC

Of course, the key catalyst of the recent flurry of interest from parties interested in taking over at Tottenham is the departure of long-serving executive chairman Levy.

From BBC

Luke Griggs, chief executive of brain injury charity Headway UK, said this "tragedy has to be the catalyst for further discussions" about how to mitigate the risk of such head injuries.

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