responsibility
1 of 1noun/rɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪləti/
Forms:responsibilities
1
the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one
- She accepted the responsibility of leading the project team.
- He was given the responsibility of organizing the event.
- The teacher emphasized the responsibility of students to complete their homework on time.
- As the event organizer, she has the responsibility of coordinating all logistics.
- Parents have the responsibility of providing a safe and nurturing environment for their children.
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2
the quality or state of being dependable and accountable, particularly in fulfilling obligations and being answerable for one's actions to others
- His sense of responsibility earned him the trust and respect of his colleagues.
- She demonstrated her responsibility by always being punctual and reliable.
- The company's reputation is built on the responsibility of its employees.
- Taking ownership of mistakes is a key aspect of responsibility.
- As a leader, he values responsibility and holds his team accountable for their actions.
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