Causes meaning : (often with of, typically of adverse results) The source of, or reason for, an event or action; that which produces or effects a result. (especially with for and a bare noun) Sufficient reason for a state, as of emotion. A goal, aim or principle, especially one which transcends purely selfish ends. Sake; interest; advantage. Any subject of discussion or debate; a matter; an affair. A suit or action in court; any legal process by which a party endeavors to obtain his claim, or what he regards as his right; case; ground of action. To set off an event or action. (ditransitive) To actively produce as a result, by means of force or authority. To assign or show cause; to give a reason; to make excuse.