causation
noun
the action of causing or producing.
causational
-
a word derived from
causation.
Example Sentences
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"Previous observational research suggests avocado consumers have higher diet quality than non-consumers. So, we developed this study to determine if there is a causational link between avocado consumption and overall diet quality."
From Science Daily ● Mar. 22, 2024
We have far too much correlational methods with causational headlines.
From Slate ● Sep. 27, 2017
Though not necessarily causational, the monument certainly has not harmed the Montezuma County economy and, in fact, appears to have reinforced previous growth trends.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 24, 2015
Or it is said that a knowledge of the causational nature of morals should place people on their guard against encouraging harmful states of mind.
From Determinism or Free-Will? by Chapman Cohen
