causality
Translation
causality, cause and effect
Examples
The book explores the principle of causality.
The book explores the principle of causality.
It's hard to prove causality in this case.
It's hard to prove causality in this case.
Grammar Patterns
the principle of causality the relationship between causes and effects The principle of causality is a key concept in science.
Similar Words
Synonyms: causation, cause and effect; Antonyms: randomness
Etymology
From Latin 'causa' (cause, reason). The suffix '-ality' denotes a quality or state.
Memory Tips
Think of 'cause-ality' – the quality or state of being a cause. It describes the relationship between a cause and its effect.