Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for be caused. Search instead for elftausend.

be caused

VERB
stem
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arise derive emanate
STRONG
develop flow head issue originate proceed rise spring
WEAK
be bred be brought about be generated
Antonyms
STRONG
cease decrease end halt lessen repress stop
WEAK
abet aid cause encourage help
VERB
upspring
Synonyms
WEAK
arise be bred be brought about be generated come derive develop emanate flow head issue originate proceed rise spring

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But inflation can also be caused by the scarcity of commodities.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

"That could be caused by the two planets spiraling closer and closer to each other," Tzanidakis said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2026

Injury can be caused by being hit in the head by a thrown or struck object.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

Smaller earthquakes, including those experienced in the UK, can be caused by movements on geological faults in the Earth's crust.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

Some of the defects and malformations in tomorrow’s children, grimly anticipated by the Office of Vital Statistics, will almost certainly be caused by these chemicals that permeate our outer and inner worlds.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson