English Dictionary

responsibility

/ɹɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪti/

noun

The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable. [from 18th c.] / The state of being liable, culpable, or responsible for something in particular.

Taking responsibility for your actions is important.

意味（1）

The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable. [from 18th c.]

Responsibility is a heavy burden.

意味（2）

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

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.

意味（3）

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

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

意味（4）

(military) The obligation to carry forward an assigned task to a successful conclusion. With responsibility goes authority to direct and take the necessary action to ensure success.

意味（5）

(military) The obligation for the proper custody, care, and safekeeping of property or funds entrusted to the possession or supervision of an individual.