accountability

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

The state of being accountable; liability to be called on to render an account or give an explanation; liability to be held responsible or answerable for something.
An open determination of one's responsibility for something and imposition of consequences.
An acceptance of good faith of one's responsibility for something and of its consequences.
The obligation imposed by law or regulation on an officer or other person for keeping an accurate record of property, documents, or funds.

/əˌkaʊn.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/ [əˌkaʊ.ɾ̃əˈbɪl.ə.ɾi] En-ca-accountabilability.ogg /əˌkæɔn.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/ [əˌkæɔn.təˈbɪl.ə.ɾi]

accountability accountabilities

From accountable + -ity.

accountableness

hold to account responsibility

accountabilibuddy accountability buddy accountability partner nonaccountability unaccountability

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