Meaning of the word cause in English

What does cause mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cause

US /kɑːz/

UK /kɔːz/

a person or thing that gives rise to an action, phenomenon, or condition

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The heavy rain was the cause of the flood.

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What was the cause of the accident?

Synonym:

reason origin source root genesis

Antonym:

effect result consequence

a principle, aim, or movement that one is prepared to defend or advocate

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She dedicated her life to the cause of human rights.

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They are fighting for a noble cause.

Synonym:

aim goal objective principle movement

make (something, especially something bad) happen

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The strong winds caused a lot of damage.

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His reckless driving caused the accident.

Synonym:

bring about lead to result in produce generate