CEFR B1

responsible

adjective

Meaning

Having the duty or obligation to do something, or to take care of someone or something.

Examples

She is responsible for managing the company's social media accounts.
Parents are responsible for their children's education and well-being.

Synonyms: accountable, liable, answerable, obligated

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responsible (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /rɪˈspɒnsəbl/

Definition

Having the duty or obligation to do something, or to take care of someone or something.

Examples

She is responsible for managing the company's social media accounts.
Parents are responsible for their children's education and well-being.
The committee is responsible for organizing the annual charity event.

How to Use responsible

responsible for (prepositional phrase): Having a duty or obligation regarding something or someone. — "The project manager is responsible for the budget and timeline."
responsible to (prepositional phrase): Having to report to someone or be answerable to them. — "The CEO is responsible to the board of directors."

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