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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of causation

While correlation can never be confused with causation, major wealth creation events have historically been accompanied by significant increases in philanthropic activity. — Joe Crome, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Most of the research is observational—which only shows an association, not causation—and the differences are small. — Sarah Garone, HEALTH, 23 Sep. 2026

The new study adds another potential health concern, but the researchers themselves caution against interpreting the results as proof of causation. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2026

Further research is needed to pinpoint that causation, study coauthors said. — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026