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Accountability

noun

Being responsible for what you do.

14 letters 6 syllables

What does Accountability mean?

Being responsible for what you do.

Dictionary definition

Taking responsibility for your actions and their results.

Example sentences

Accountability in a sentence

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In class, we used accountability in a sentence about teamwork and respect.

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The reading passage showed accountability through a character's choices during a challenge.

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During group discussion, students explained how accountability can influence decisions, relationships, and long-term growth.

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What does accountability mean?

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Accountability

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uh · kown · tuh · bil · uh · tee · strongest beat: bil

Synonyms

Words like Accountability

responsibilityUse when someone owns their actions or duties.
ownershipUse when someone accepts responsibility for results.
Antonyms

Opposite words

irresponsibilityUse when someone avoids duties or consequences.
blame-shiftingUse when someone pushes fault onto others.
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Word family

Accountability word family

Base word

accountability

noun

accountability

Base form.

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