The source of, or reason for, an event or action; that which produces or effects a result.
Sufficient reason for a state, as of emotion.
A goal, aim or principle, especially one which transcends purely selfish ends.
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 actively produce as a result, by means of force or authority.
To set off an event or action.
The result or outcome of a cause.
An illusion produced by technical means (as in "special effect")
Belongings, usually as personal effects.
Consequence intended; purpose; meaning; general intent; with to.
The state of being binding and enforceable, as in a rule, policy, or law.
A scientific phenomenon, usually named after its discoverer.
Execution; performance; realization; operation.
An alteration, or device for producing an alteration, in sound after it has been produced by an instrument.
Impression left on the mind; sensation produced.
To make or bring about; to implement.