bring about

Verb

Meaning

cause to happen, occur or exist

cause to move into the opposite direction

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Synonyms

produce institute crete carpenter rouse have make work form become set effect lead give cause
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Antonyms

close butcher cripple dent daunt damage
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Hypernyms

make create turn

Hyponyms

result lead leave induce induct

Related terms

bring forth bring out bring down bring on bring forward

Examples

This procedure produces a curious effect Source: Internet

The new law gave rise to many complaints Source: Internet

These chemicals produce a noxious vapor Source: Internet

the new President must bring about a change in the health care system Source: Internet

they brought about the boat when they saw a storm approaching Source: Internet

Accordingly, Charles suggested to his brother that the arrival of a Crusade in his support might bring about Mustansir's conversion. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

bring a fire under control bring a knife to a gunfight bring a story to an end bring about the desired outcome bring about together bring action against