RESPONSIBILITY
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Responsibility.
How to pronounce responsibility:
US
Responsibility - as a noun
The social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
Example: "We must instill a sense of duty in our children"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dutyobligationHypernyms (Closely Related)
social controlHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The proper sphere or extent of your activities
Example: "It was his province to take care of himself"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
provinceHypernyms (Closely Related)
areaarenadomainfieldorbitsphereHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct
Example: "He holds a position of great responsibility"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
responsiblenessHypernyms (Closely Related)
trustinesstrustworthinessHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
irresponsibilityExample Sentences
"It is my responsibility to feed the dog every day."
"She takes responsibility for her actions."
"The company has a social responsibility to support local charities."
"Parents have a responsibility to provide for their children."
"As a teacher, he feels a great responsibility towards his students."
Word Game Points
Is RESPONSIBILITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, responsibility is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RESPONSIBILITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is RESPONSIBILITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, responsibility is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRESPONSIBILITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is RESPONSIBILITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, responsibility is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRESPONSIBILITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.