verantwortungsbewusst
Translation
more responsible, more conscientious
Examples
Wir brauchen einen verantwortungsbewussteren Leiter.
We need a more responsible leader.
Ich sprach mit dem verantwortungsbewussteren der beiden Kandidaten.
I spoke with the more responsible of the two candidates.
Grammar Patterns
((before a noun)) before a noun (declined) We need a more responsible leader.
Similar Words
pflichtbewusst (dutiful), zuverlässig (reliable); Antonyms: verantwortungslos (irresponsible)
Etymology
Composed of 'Verantwortung' (responsibility) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'bewusst' (aware, conscious). Literally 'responsibility-conscious'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who is 'conscious' (bewusst) of their 'responsibility' (Verantwortung).