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Responsibility

noun
/ɹɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪlɪɾi/
Word Frequency: 55.1

Definitions

1.nounThe state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable.
"Responsibility is a heavy burden."
2.nounThe state of being liable, culpable, or responsible for something in particular.
3.nounA duty, obligation or liability for which someone is held accountable.
"Why didn't you clean the house? That was your responsibility!"
4.nounThe obligation to carry forward an assigned task to a successful conclusion. With responsibility goes authority to direct and take the necessary action to ensure success.
5.nounThe obligation for the proper custody, care, and safekeeping of property or funds entrusted to the possession or supervision of an individual.

Synonyms

responsiblenessdutyobligationprovinceaccountableliableaccountabilityresponsiblemandateddevoirduty-boundmandate

Rhymes With

tranquilitycapabilityhostilityhumilityculpabilityfutilityvolatilityliability
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