causal relationship
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A connection in which one event or condition directly brings about another.
Usage notes
Frequently contrasted with "correlation," since two things can occur together without one causing the other.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Researchers were careful to note that the data showed correlation, not necessarily a _____."
Answer: causal relationship
In your own words, what does "causal relationship" mean?
A connection in which one event or condition directly brings about another.
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