CAUSATION Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

causation

noun

kȯ-ˈzā-shən

Definition of causation

as in cause

someone or something responsible for a result presented data that supports the thesis that poverty is the primary causation of crime

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Recent Examples of causation The study findings were promising, but the research only found an association between muscle quality and heart attacks—not causation. — Allison Forsyth, HEALTH, 17 Aug. 2026 The findings demonstrate correlations rather than direct causation, meaning the trends don't necessarily stem from physiological changes, early microbial exposures or social dynamics. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026 But moral judgments and historical causation are not the same question. — James M. Scott, Time, 10 Aug. 2026 But even though the study found a significant link between artificial sweeteners and memory issues, experts say this is still only a correlation, not causation. — Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for causation

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cause

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This is evidenced by the countless projects and initiatives that have emerged over these nearly three decades to honor her memory and carry on her charitable work in support of important social causes.

— Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 31 Aug. 2026
For his part, Johnson — who has not yet announced a reelection bid — credits progressive policies aimed at the root causes of crime, including major spending on youth summer jobs and community violence intervention.

— Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

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