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The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable.countableuncountable
- Responsibility is a heavy burden.
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The state of being liable, culpable, or responsible for something in particular.countableuncountable
- After all, it is undeniable that the B.R. standard coach scored highly in comparative trials with other European railway vehicles on the Continent a few years ago, so that B.R. civil engineers must share responsibility for any defects in it
- The vast majority of American Jews not only greatly dislike President Trump but also believe he has made them less safe: according to a May 2019 poll, nearly three-quarters of Jewish voters believe American Jews are less secure under Trump
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A duty, obligation or liability for which someone is held accountable.countableuncountable
- Why didn't you clean the house? That was your responsibility!
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A duty, obligation or liability for which someone is held accountable.; The obligation to carry forward an assigned task to a successful conclusion.countableuncountable
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A duty, obligation or liability for which someone is held accountable.; The obligation for the proper custody, care, and safekeeping of property or funds entrusted to someone’s possession or supervision.countableuncountable
syn. responsibleness