Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cause-and-effect
Noun
/kɔːz ənd ɪˈfɛkt/
Definition
The principle of causation, where one event (the cause) directly influences another event (the effect).
Examples
- The cause-and-effect relationship between smoking and lung cancer is well documented.
- In her essay, she explained the cause-and-effect dynamics of climate change.
- Understanding cause-and-effect is essential in solving complex problems.
Meaning
It describes how one action or situation leads to another, showing the relationship between two or more events.
Synonyms
- causation
- relationship
- correlation
- link
