liable

Definition

  • adjective: legally responsible for something
  • adjective: obligated according to law or equity
  • usually + 'for'
  • synonyms: exposed, obnoxious, responsible

Examples

  • The amusement park was held 'liable' in the boy's death. [=a court of law ruled that the amusement park was responsible for the boy's death]

  • He is 'liable for' his wife's debts. [=he is responsible for paying his wife's debts]

  • They are 'liable for' any damage. [=they will be required to pay for any damage]

Movie quotes

  • (..) I am firmly against all executions. Thank God they never found the the neighbor's body. What difference does that make? Oh! We may not be criminally liable, but we need to live with our conscience! I only said Ben should talk to him. Evelyn. Evelyn. Don't be naive. You wanted him threatened. (..)
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