Cause /kɔːz/

The meaning and definition of Cause, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

(often with of, typically of adverse results) The source of, or reason for, an event or action; that which produces or effects a result.
“They identified a burst pipe as the cause of the flooding.”
(especially with for and a bare noun) Sufficient reason for a state, as of emotion.
“The end of the war was a cause for celebration.”

verb

To set off an event or action.
“The lightning caused thunder.”
(ditransitive) To actively produce as a result, by means of force or authority.
“His dogged determination caused the fundraising to be successful.”

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Cause /kɔːz/

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