Sekirov Dictionary

responsible

UK /ɹɪˈspɒn.sə.bəl/US /ɹɪˈspɑn.sə.bəl/

adjective7

  1. [after a noun] having the duty to take care of someone or something, and to accept the blame for problems
  2. Answerable to (a superior).
  3. [after a noun] Being a primary cause of a situation or action and thus able to be blamed or credited for it.
  4. Having good judgment in decision-making.
  5. Able to be trusted; reliable; trustworthy.
  6. Involving important duties; involving a degree of personal accountability on the part of the person concerned.
  7. Capable of rational conduct and thus morally accountable for one's behavior.

noun2

  1. An actor taking on the lesser roles in repertory theatre.
  2. (no longer used) The person who bears the responsibility for something.
forms

responsibles · more responsible · most responsible

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