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

But correlation isn’t causation, and the scientists studying her were the first to say so. — Allison Palmer updated June 24, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026

The study only shows correlation, not causation. — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026

Arizona has won 11 games and lost only five since promoting him, which feels significant (but, hey, correlation/causation and whatnot). — Andy Behrens, New York Times, 25 May 2026

There is also reason for caution when interpreting claims about causation. — Jeffrey A. Singer, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026