单词：catabolize

中文含义：分解代谢，降解代谢

英语词性：verb

美式音标：ˌkætəˈbɑlɑɪz

同义词：break down, metabolize, decompose

易混淆单词：anabolize, which means building up complex molecules from simpler ones

双语例句：

  • The body needs to catabolize glucose to release energy.
  • Exercise helps to catabolize fats in the body.
  • Our digestive system is responsible for catabolizing the food we eat.
  • Without the ability to catabolize food, the body cannot generate energy for survival.