catalyst

Day 28Level 1

KAA-tuh-lihst

change causing

a person or thing that causes change

Part of Speech: noun

Synonyms:

impetus, motivation

Antonyms:

prevention, block

Example Sentence:

Technology is the most powerful catalyst in development and reach of medical science.

Related Words

lessen in intensity

uh-BAYT

to lessen in intensity, degree or amount

sour or bitter

uh-SUHR-bik

sour or bitter

inform

uh-PRAHYZ

to inform or notify

lessen

uh-SWAYZH

to ease or lessen the intensity of something (pain or distress)

harmonize

uh-TOON

to bring into harmony

utter meaningless

bab-ble

to utter words or sound imperfectly or without meaning