αιτία — meaning in English

English meaning

• cause noun The thing that makes something happen; the origin of an effect.
• purpose noun The reason something exists or is done; its intended goal.

Senses

αιτία is used for these senses in English:

• cause (countable, often with of, typically of adverse results) The source of, or reason for, an event or action; that which produces or effects a result.
• purpose (Sense of having a) meaning for existing or doing something.

cause — full definition

1. noun The thing that makes something happen; the origin of an effect.
2. noun A goal or movement that people support or fight for.
3. verb To make something happen; to bring about.

purpose — full definition

1. noun The reason something exists or is done; its intended goal.
2. verb To intend or plan to do something.

Related Greek words