Meaning Of The Word Responsible

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What's The Definition Of Responsible?

responsible
If someone or something is responsible for a particular event or situation, they are the cause of it or they can be blamed for it.
If you are responsible for something, it is your job or duty to deal with it and make decisions relating to it.
adjective: If you are responsible to a person or group, they have authority over you and you have to report to them about what you do.
adjective: Responsible people behave properly and sensibly, without needing to be supervised.

responsible in American English
expected or obliged to account (for something, to someone); answerable; accountable
adjective: answerable or accountable, as for something within one's power, control, or management

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