accountable

Definition

  • adjective: required to explain actions or decisions to someone
  • adjective: subject to giving an 'account'
  • usually + 'to'
  • synonyms: responsible, liable, answerable

Examples

  • We now have greater 'accountability' in the department. [=people in the department can now be held more responsible for what happens]

  • corporate 'accountability'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) paying attention to me, and I guess it made me feel powerful. Well, now the chickens have come home to roost. Sooner or later, we all get exposed. We're all held accountable for what we say and what we do. There's only one thing that matters now. On November th, you must vote against me (..)
    2016 TvShow: South Park Title: Fort Collins Season: 20 Episode 6