responsible

IPA: rispˈɑnsʌbʌɫ

noun

  • (archaic) The individual who bears the responsibility for something.
  • (theater) An actor taking on the lesser roles in repertory theatre.

adjective

  • (postpositive, 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.
  • (postpositive, followed by "for") Being a primary cause of a situation or action and thus able to be blamed or credited for it.
  • (followed by "to") Answerable to (a superior).
  • (of a job or position) Involving important duties; involving a degree of personal accountability on the part of the person concerned.
  • Having good judgment in decision-making.
  • Able to be trusted; reliable; trustworthy.
  • Capable of rational conduct and thus morally accountable for one's behavior.
Advertisement

Examples of "responsible" in Sentences

  • The responsible use of the technology is the job of those deploying it.

Related Links

synonyms for responsibledescribing words for responsible
Advertisement
#AaBbCcDdEeFfGgHhIiJjKkLlMmNnOoPpQqRrSsTtUuVvWwXxYyZz

© 2024 Copyright: WordPapa