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Enzymes

Verb / ˈeˌnzaɪmz / Another word for enzymes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Enzymes are proteins that help speed up chemical reactions in the body.

Synonyms & similar words

enzyme catalysts proteins biocatalysts ferments digestants metabolites biochemicals

Synonyms by register

Formal

catalysts biocatalysts

Antonyms

inhibitors poisons blockers suppressors antagonists

Common collocations

  • enzyme activity
  • enzyme inhibitors
  • enzyme kinetics
  • enzyme replacement therapy
  • enzyme digestion
  • enzyme structure
  • enzyme function

Word family

noun enzyme
adjective enzymatic

Usage note

Enzymes are biological catalysts, typically proteins, that speed up chemical reactions. The term is primarily used in scientific and technical contexts.

Example sentences

  1. Enzymes are important for digestion.
  2. The enzymes in your saliva help break down food in your mouth.
  3. Without enzymes, chemical reactions in the body would happen too slowly.
  4. Enzymes can be used in industrial processes to make products like cheese and bread.
  5. The study of enzymes is called enzymology.

Quotes

  • Enzymes are the keys of life.
  • Enzymes are the sparks of life.
  • Enzymes are highly specific and efficient catalysts.

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