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- [kuh-tab-uh-liz-uh m]
- /kəˈtæb əˌlɪz əm/
- /kˌatəbˈɒlɪk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh-tab-uh-liz-uh m]
- /kəˈtæb əˌlɪz əm/
Definitions of catabolic word
- noun catabolic destructive metabolism; the breaking down in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones, with the release of energy (opposed to anabolism). 1
- noun catabolic Of, or relating to catabolism. 1
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Origin of catabolic
First appearance:
before 1875 One of the 25% newest English words
1875-80; < Greek katabol(ḗ) a throwing down (kata- cata- + bolḗ a throw; compare katabállein to throw down) + -ism
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Parts of speech for Catabolic
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preposition
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catabolic popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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adj catabolic
- sinking — to displace part of the volume of a supporting substance or object and become totally or partially submerged or enveloped; fall or descend into or below the surface or to the bottom (often followed by in or into): The battleship sank within two hours. His foot sank in the mud. Her head sinks into the pillows.
- reversed — opposite or contrary in position, direction, order, or character: an impression reverse to what was intended; in reverse sequence.
- inverted — to turn upside down.
- backward — A backward movement or look is in the direction that your back is facing. Some people use backwards for this meaning.
- contrary — Ideas, attitudes, or reactions that are contrary to each other are completely different from each other.
Antonyms for catabolic
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