Synonyms of be-all and end-alls

be-all and end-alls

noun

plural of be-all and end-all

as in causes

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

• causes
• determinants
• reasons
• alpha and omegas
• incentives
• factors
• antecedents
• roots
• origins
• considerations
• sources
• mothers
• causations
• causalities
• impetuses
• stimuli
• occasions
• inspirations
• springs
• instigations

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ramifications
• repercussions
• side effects
• conclusions
• ends
• dénouements
• side reactions
• byproducts
• denouements
• by-products