Definition

Not based on any reason or cause; lacking justification or explanation.

Example

The accusations against him were causeless and unfounded.

Conversation

I don't understand why he got so upset about that comment.

Yeah, it seemed really causeless to me.

Exactly! It's like he was looking for a reason to be angry.

Sometimes people just react without a clear cause.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Causeless → It is formed from "cause" (from Latin "causa", meaning reason or motive) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "causeless" means without a reason or motive.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'reason' ('causa') — that's what causeless means.

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