accountability
Meaning
- (uncountable, usually) 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.
- (uncountable, usually) An open determination of one's responsibility for something and imposition of consequences.
- (uncountable, usually) An acceptance of good faith of one's responsibility for something and of its consequences.
- (uncountable, usually) The obligation imposed by law or regulation on an officer or other person for keeping an accurate record of property, documents, or funds.
Synonyms
correspondence
piece of mail
management by objectives
being held accountable
leg pad
Translations
responsabilidad
responsabilidade
Verantwortlichkeit
toerekenbaarheid
responsabilitat
responsabilità
engagement responsable gelijkluidendheidFrequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/əˌkaʊn.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/
Etymology
From accountable + -ity.
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