Synonyms for Cause
Definition of 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"
16 synonyms found
Writing tips for "cause"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like campaign, case, crusade can replace "cause" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 16 alternatives available, "cause" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"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