

The cause of the accident was a flat tire.
A reason or explanation for something happening.
The cause of the fire was a faulty wire.
The cause of her sadness was the news.
The cause of the delay was heavy traffic.
main cause
root cause
underlying cause
reason
motive
factor
The rain can cause flooding.
To make something happen or bring about an effect.
The loud noise can cause a headache.
His actions may cause trouble.
The sun can cause sunburn.
cause problems
cause damage
cause confusion
bring about
create
produce
She supports a charity that helps a good cause.
A group or organization working for a particular purpose or goal.
They formed a cause to protect the environment.
He joined a cause that fights for animal rights.
The community rallied around a cause to build a new playground.
support a cause
join a cause
promote a cause
organization
group
movement