noun
- things that make something happen; reasons or sources of events or conditions
- principles, movements, or goals that people support or work for
Usage: plural of cause
Usage: plural of cause
verb
- makes something happen; brings about
Usage: third person singular present of cause
Examples
- Scientists are studying the causes of climate change.
- Poor diet and lack of exercise are common causes of heart disease.
- She supports many charitable causes in her community.
- The organization fights for environmental causes.
- Smoking causes lung cancer.
- Heavy rain causes flooding in low-lying areas.
- The new policy causes confusion among employees.