Catalyst Definition & Meaning

catalyst
noun
  1. (chemistry) a substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction without itself being affected
  2. something that causes an important event to happen; "the invasion acted as a catalyst to unite the country"

"Catalyst" in song lyrics

See how catalyst is used in real songs:

  • "Cause I'm known at parties as a catalyst"
    2 Live Crew — Check it Out Y'all
  • "Both flow ? am I gonna change or be repelled by the same catalyst?"
    Aceyalone f/ Riddlore, Self-Jupiter — So Much Pain
  • "Anchor to rock bottom, rocks bottom packs a ravenous catalyst"
    Aesop Rock — Sick Friend

Usage tips for "catalyst"

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