Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

enzymatically

Adverb

/ˌɛn.zaɪˈmæt.ɪ.kli/

Definition

In a manner relating to enzymes, particularly in terms of their action or function.

Examples

Food is often broken down enzymatically in the digestive system.
The biochemical reaction occurred enzymatically, accelerating the process significantly.
Some medications work by inhibiting enzymes enzymatically involved in disease processes.

Meaning

The term ‘enzymatically’ describes processes that are conducted or facilitated by enzymes, which are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in living organisms.