Cause Definition
cause
noun
- events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something; "they are trying to determine the cause of the crash"
- a justification for something existing or happening; "he had no cause to complain"; "they had good reason to rejoice"
- a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end; "he supported populist campaigns"; "they worked in the cause of world peace"; "the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant"; "the movement to end slavery"; "contributed to the war effort"
- any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results
- a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy; "the family brought suit against the landlord"
verb
- give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally; "cause a commotion"; "make a stir"; "cause an accident"
- cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner; "The ads induced me to buy a VCR"; "My children finally got me to buy a computer"; "My wife made me buy a new sofa"
"Cause" in song lyrics
See how cause is used in real songs:
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"I paid the cost of the mosh pit to be a lost cause"
2Mex — Treesun -
"They United the Nations for one devilish cause"
4th Disciple f/ Beretta 9, ShoGun Assason — Swordz -
"of this black cause"
51.50 — Stuck in the Game
Words that rhyme with cause
Usage tips for "cause"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cause" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cause to find words that pair well.