bring about

verb

brought about; bringing about; brings about
Synonyms of bring aboutnext

transitive verb

: to cause to take place : effect

Examples of bring about in a Sentence

I promise: making one mistake will not bring about the apocalypse.
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Some of the greatest works of literature and thought ever produced were made by exiles … The unique relationship to the world brought about by displacement – never ‘here’ nor ‘there’ – defines the life of an exile. Literary Hub, 19 Mar. 2026 The sanctions are meant to protect Americans and bring about a positive change in behavior. Chiara Eisner, NPR, 17 Mar. 2026 While the term air taxis may bring about comparisons to futuristic flying cars, the aircraft actually look more like super-sized drones with the ability to take off vertically. Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2026 Just as the takeover did not bring about immediate dominance, neither has the inaugural trophy engendered an immediate dynasty. Chris Waugh, New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bring about

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bring about was in the 14th century

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Bring about.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20about. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

bring about

verb
: to cause to happen : accomplish

More from Merriam-Webster on bring about

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster