To actively produce as a result, by means of force or authority.
To set off an event or action.
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.
The source of, or reason for, an event or action; that which produces or effects a result.
To raise (someone) to a more important, responsible, or remunerative job or rank.
To increase the activity of (a catalyst) by changing its surface structure.
To elevate to a higher league.
To move on to a subsequent stage of education.
To encourage, urge or incite.
To advocate or urge on behalf of (something or someone); to attempt to popularize or sell by means of advertising or publicity.
To exchange (a pawn) for a queen or other piece when it reaches the eighth rank.