Synonyms of causation

causation

noun

kȯ-ˈzā-shən 

as in cause

someone or something responsible for a result

presented data that supports the thesis that poverty is the primary causation of crime

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cause
• causality
• determinant
• antecedent
• reason
• source
• occasion
• factor
• consideration
• origin
• stimulus
• incentive
• mother
• impetus
• spring
• inspiration
• be-all and end-all
• alpha and omega
• root
• instigation

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• effect
• development
• issue
• outcome
• product
• result
• consequence
• sequence
• fate
• corollary
• fruit
• outgrowth
• upshot
• resultant
• aftermath
• sequel
• conclusion
• ramification
• aftereffect
• end
• repercussion
• denouement
• side effect
• dénouement
• by-product
• side reaction

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of causation

Still, there remains disagreement among researchers about whether macroscopic, agent-level causation can emerge in complex systems. —Philip Ball, WIRED, 21 July 2024

Although science is not yet able to determine direct causation between air purifiers and health benefits, experts say consumers should feel confident that using an air purifier is a practical – and healthy – choice. —Deidre McPhillips, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024

While the link doesn’t prove causation, having an excess of thyroid hormone can lead to a breakdown of bone tissue, resulting in osteoporosis. —Kristen Fischer, Health, 7 Dec. 2024

In her fourth year, Paul sat in on a fall seminar that Lewis gave on causation. —Alice Gregory, The New Yorker, 2 Dec. 2024