responsible
Translation
responsible, accountable, dependable
Examples
She is responsible for the entire project.
She is responsible for the entire project.
He is a very responsible young man.
He is a very responsible young man.
Who was responsible for the accident?
Who was responsible for the accident?
Grammar Patterns
((for sth./-ing)) to be responsible for (sth.) You are responsible for cleaning your room.
((to sb./sth.)) to be responsible to (sb.) The committee is responsible to the president.
Similar Words
Synonyms: accountable, liable, dependable; Antonyms: irresponsible
Etymology
From Latin 'respondere' (to respond). The suffix '-ible' means 'able to be'.
Memory Tips
A person who is 'responsible' is 'able to respond' to their duties.