Enzyme
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A protein that acts as a catalyst to speed up chemical reactions in living organisms.
“Digestive enzymes help break down food in the stomach.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈɛn.zaɪm/
Syllables
en·zyme
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Has two E's and uncommon Z; try Z in position 4.
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Worth 18 points thanks to the high-value Z.
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