Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
causative-factor
noun
/ˈkɔːzətɪv ˈfæktər/
Definition
A causative factor is an element or condition that brings about a specific result or contributes to an effect.
Examples
- Smoking is a major causative factor in lung cancer.
- Poverty is often seen as a causative factor in poor educational outcomes.
- The study identified several causative factors behind the city’s traffic congestion.
Meaning
This term is often used in contexts such as science, medicine, and social studies to identify what causes certain outcomes or changes.
Synonyms
- contributory factor
- determinant
- causal agent
- catalyst
