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Synonyms & Similar Words
accountable
answerable
dependable
reliable
trustworthy
dutiful
conscientious
meticulous
thorough
careful
diligent
faithful
loyal
obedient
compliant
cooperative
mindful
considerate
thoughtful
prudent
wise
discerning
perceptive
sensible
rational
logical
methodical
systematic
ethical
moral
virtuous
upright
honest
fair
just
equitable
Meaning of Responsible
Having or showing the ability to take responsibility for one's actions
Definitions
- Having or showing the ability to take responsibility for one's actions
- Able to be trusted or depended upon to do the right thing
- Having a sense of moral or ethical accountability
Etymology of Responsible
The word "responsible" originates from the Latin words "responsum" meaning "answer" and "spondere" meaning "to pledge"
Historically, the term has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to accountability, trustworthiness, and moral obligation
Example Uses
- The company is responsible for the environmental damage caused by their operations
- As a responsible citizen, it is her duty to vote in the upcoming election
- The teacher held the students responsible for their own learning outcomes
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
irresponsible
reckless
careless
negligent
thoughtless
inconsiderate
dishonest
untrustworthy
unaccountable
unreliable
undependable
unfaithful
disobedient
noncompliant
uncooperative
mindless
incautious
imprudent
unwise
irrational
illogical
unethical
immoral
vicious
corrupt
unfair
unjust