causation
UK: kɔːˈzeɪʃ(ə)n | US: kɔːˈzeɪʃ(ə)n
n. the action of causing or producing an effect
n. (law) the relationship between cause and effect, especially in legal contexts
The word "causation" derives from the Latin causatio, meaning "a causing" or "a reason." The root caus (from Latin causa, meaning "cause" or "reason") is combined with the suffix -ation, which forms nouns indicating an action or process. Over time, the term evolved in English to specifically denote the act of causing something or the relationship between cause and effect, particularly in philosophical and legal discourse.
The study focused on the causation of climate change rather than its symptoms.
In court, proving causation between the defendant’s actions and the harm suffered is crucial.
Philosophers debate whether correlation implies causation.
The report examined the causation of the economic downturn.
Understanding the causation of diseases helps in developing effective treatments.