Causing

verb

Word Frequency: 19.2

Definitions

1.verbTo set off an event or action.

"The lightning caused thunder."

2.verb(ditransitive) To actively produce as a result, by means of force or authority.

"His dogged determination caused the fundraising to be successful."

3.verbTo assign or show cause; to give a reason; to make excuse.

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