Causality
Example: Philosophers debated the complex nature of causality throughout history.
Definition
"Causality" refers to the principle or relationship where one event (the cause) directly produces another event (the effect). It is a fundamental concept in history and philosophy, helping to explain how and why events happen in a sequence or are connected over time.
Etymology
The word "causality" originates from the Latin word 'causalitas,' derived from 'causa,' meaning 'cause.' It entered English in the 17th century, reflecting the growing interest in understanding cause and effect relationships, especially in philosophical and scientific contexts.
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"Causality" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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