ACTIVATOR - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

(biology) any agency bringing about activation; a molecule that increases the activity of an enzyme or a protein that increases the production of a gene product in DNA transcription

Categories: Substance

Synonyms

Activator

Antonyms

Inhibitor

🔗 Related Words

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