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1.nounThe individual who bears the responsibility for something.
2.nounAn actor taking on the lesser roles in repertory theatre.
3.adjective(followed by "for") Having the duty of taking care of something; answerable for an act performed or for its consequences; accountable; amenable, especially legally or politically."Parents are responsible for their child's behaviour."
4.adjective(followed by "for") Being a primary cause of a situation or action and thus able to be blamed or credited for it."Who is responsible for this mess?"
5.adjective(followed by "to") Answerable to (a superior).
6.adjective(of a job or position) Involving important duties; involving a degree of personal accountability on the part of the person concerned."She has a responsible position in the firm."
7.adjectiveHaving good judgment in decision-making.
8.adjectiveAble to be trusted; reliable; trustworthy."He looks like a responsible guy."
9.adjectiveCapable of rational conduct and thus morally accountable for one's behavior.