Meaning & Definition of Responsibility in English
English⟶
Responsibility
/rispɑnsəbɪləti/
noun
1. The social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
- "We must instill a sense of duty in our children"
- "Every right implies a responsibility
- Every opportunity, an obligation
- Every possession, a duty"- john d.rockefeller jr
synonym:
- duty,
- responsibility,
- obligation
2. The proper sphere or extent of your activities
- "It was his province to take care of himself"
synonym:
- province,
- responsibility
3. A form of trustworthiness
- The trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct
- "He holds a position of great responsibility"
synonym:
- responsibility,
- responsibleness
Examples of using
In the end, Tom had to bite the bullet and take responsibility for his actions.
Not everyone is ready to take responsibility and expose himself to risk of making mistakes.
It is a big responsibility.