Synonyms of be-all and end-all

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be-all and end-all

noun

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as in cause

the most important part of something or the reason for something

He acts as if making money is the be-all and end-all of human existence.

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ramification
• denouement
• repercussion
• side effect
• conclusion
• dénouement
• end
• side reaction
• by-product

• ramification
• denouement
• repercussion
• side effect
• conclusion
• dénouement
• end
• side reaction
• by-product

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