Enzyme

6 lettersnounmoderate

Updated February 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.”

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Has two E's and uncommon Z; try Z in position 4.

🔤

Worth 18 points thanks to the high-value Z.

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