cause

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Noun

causeSingular
causesPlural
1

A person, thing, or event that makes something happen or produces an effect.

The main cause of the accident was bad weather.

2

A principle, aim, or movement to which one is committed and which one is prepared to defend or advocate.

She devoted her life to fighting for the cause of human rights.

3

A reason or justification for something.

There is no cause for concern.

Verb

causeInfinitive
causePresent tense
causedPast tense
causedPast participle
causingPresent participle
causesThird-person singular
1

To make something happen; to bring about or produce an effect or result.

The heavy rain caused flooding in the city.