Causal Relationships Vocabulary

a thing that comes before and may cause another

“Poverty is often an antecedent to crime.”

following as a result or effect

“The flood and consequent destruction displaced thousands.”

dependent on something else that is uncertain

“The deal is contingent upon regulatory approval.”

to found or base something on

“The theory is predicated on the assumption of rational actors.”

able to be regarded as caused by

“The error was attributable to human negligence.”

making a certain situation or outcome likely

“A quiet environment is conducive to concentration.”

serving as a means of pursuing an aim

“She was instrumental in securing the funding.”

a factor that decisively affects the outcome

“Education is a key determinant of economic success.”

a connection or series of connections linking things

“The nexus between poverty and crime is well documented.”

to have a mutual relationship or connection

“Income levels correlate strongly with life expectancy.”