Definitions

1. noun

The state or process of causing something to exist or happen; the relationship between a cause and its effect.

“The researcher studied the causation of the environmental disaster.”

2. noun

A person or thing that causes something to exist or happen.

“The causation of the fire was under investigation.”

3. noun

The act or process of causing a lawsuit or legal action.

“The court ruled that the hospital was not responsible for the causation of the patient’s injuries.”

4. noun

A factor or reason that contributes to a particular situation or outcome.

“Economic causation was a major factor in the country’s decision to raise taxes.”

5. verb

To cause something to exist or happen.

“The new policy will causate a significant increase in production.”

6. verb

To bring about or originate a lawsuit or legal action.

“The lawyer attempted to causate the dismissal of the case.”