responsibility

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ɹɪˌspɒn.səˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/]

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1. responsibility (noun) — sense 1

Definition: The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable.

Example: Responsibility is a heavy burden.

2. responsibility (noun) — sense 2

Definition: The state of being liable, culpable, or responsible for something in particular.

Example: 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 its behaviour over here.

3. responsibility (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A duty, obligation or liability for which someone is held accountable.

Example: Why didn't you clean the house? That was your responsibility!

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