causes
Definitions
To make something happen or exist.
A person or thing that acts, happens, or exists in such a way that some specific thing happens as a result.
A principle, aim, or movement that one is prepared to defend or advocate.
Examples
Lack of sleep often causes a significant decrease in productivity.
The heavy rainfall causes the river to overflow its banks every spring.
Poor communication frequently causes misunderstandings between team members.
Synonyms
triggers generates induces provokes initiates sparks produces