verantwortungsvoll
Translation
responsible, conscientious, trustworthy
Examples
Sie hat eine verantwortungsvolle Aufgabe.
She has a responsible task.
Er geht verantwortungsvoll mit Geld um.
He handles money responsibly.
Grammar Patterns
((a ... task/job)) a responsible task/job She has a responsible job.
((to act ...)) to act responsibly One must always act responsibly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: conscientious (gewissenhaft); Antonyms: irresponsible (verantwortungslos)
Etymology
From 'Verantwortung' (responsibility) + '-s-' (connector) + '-voll' (full). Literally 'full of responsibility'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone whose hands are 'voll' (full) of 'Verantwortung' (responsibility). This describes a conscientious person.