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(caus-a-tive) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. producing an effect

Example Sentence

They determined poverty as a causative factor in crime.

Synonyms

causal; causing; originating; responsible for

Antonyms

not responsible; noncausal

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causative
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Rhymes

  • causative
  • positive

  • dispositive
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