Verbs for Causality · Verbs: Existence Action

to make something happen, usually something bad

"Smoking can cause serious lung cancer."

"The heavy rain may cause flooding in low lying areas near the river."

to bring something into existence or make something happen

"Artists create beautiful masterpieces."

"The artist used recycled materials to create a unique sculpture that highlights the problem of plastic pollution in the ocean."

to originate from a particular source or factor

"His fear stems from a childhood trauma."

"Many of his problems stem from a difficult childhood that was filled with poverty and neglect."

to bring about something

"His words occasion a heated debate."

"The celebration occasioned a great deal of joy and happiness among the family members who had traveled from far away."

to cause or inflict damage, harm, or destruction, often with great force or intensity

"The storm wreaks havoc along coast."

"The powerful storm wreaked havoc on the coastal towns destroying hundreds of homes and businesses in just a few hours."

to be the reason for a specific incident or result

"His speech brings about significant social change."

"The new government's policies were intended to bring about significant economic improvements for the entire nation."

to bring about or accelerate the occurrence of something, often resulting in unexpected or unfavorable consequences

"The argument precipitated their breakup."

"The unexpected announcement of layoffs precipitated a wave of panic and anxiety among the employees."

to cause something to occur

"The accident resulted in injuries."

"The heavy rainfall could result in serious flooding in low lying areas near the river."

to cause, produce, or bring forth

"Hate begets hate and violence."

"His reckless decisions during the crisis would beget serious consequences for the entire community."

to bring about, generate, or cause the existence or development of something

"Good leadership engenders loyalty and trust."

"The teacher's constant praise helped to engender a love of learning in her young students."

to initiate or accelerate a process

"The enzyme catalyzes the chemical reaction."

"The new law could catalyze significant changes in the way businesses operate and treat their workers."

to make someone experience something unpleasant

"They subject prisoners to harsh conditions."

"The prisoners were subjected to cruel treatment and harsh conditions during their time in the camp."

to have an effect on a particular person or thing

"Media can influence public opinion."

"Parents have a strong influence on their children's values but peers also play an important role."

to have a strong effect on someone or something

"The new law impacts small businesses greatly."

"The new tax law will directly impact low income families who are already struggling to make ends meet."

to make something happen

"The news will prompt action."

"His insightful question managed to prompt a lengthy and detailed explanation from the speaker."

to cause or bring about something

"The factory will produce cars."

"The new technology is expected to produce significant improvements in energy efficiency."

to be caused by something

"His fear stems from a childhood experience."

"Many of the region's problems stem from a lack of access to clean water and adequate healthcare for its population."

to result in or cause something

"This will bring change."

"The unexpected announcement will likely bring considerable disruption to the existing market."

to cause something to begin or occur

"He will instigate trouble."

"The politician was accused of trying to instigate unrest among the citizens with his inflammatory speeches."

to introduce danger, a threat, problem, etc.

"It can pose a threat."

"The rapid spread of misinformation online continues to pose a significant challenge to democratic societies."

to cause someone to endure or undergo a challenging situation or experience

"It will put them through hardship."

"The prolonged negotiations and constant setbacks threatened to put the entire team through an unbearable amount of stress."

to cause a change in a person, thing, etc.

"Rain will affect picnic."

"The new government policy is expected to affect millions of low income families who rely on public assistance programs for food and housing support."

to exert a defining influence or shape the course and result of a situation, process, or outcome

"The weather conditions the event."

"The athlete conditioned his body for months before the competition by following a strict diet and training schedule."