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Comparative
more responsible
Superlative
most responsible
1
(of a person) having an obligation to do something or to take care of someone or something as part of one's job or role
- As the team leader, he is responsible for assigning tasks and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Parents are responsible for teaching their children values and life skills.
- The company is responsible for maintaining safety standards in the workplace.
- She feels responsible for the well-being of her elderly parents.
- Drivers should be responsible for following traffic laws and ensuring road safety.
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able to be relied on and trusted
- She is a responsible pet owner, ensuring her animals are well-cared for and loved.
- He is a responsible employee, always completing his assignments on time and with accuracy.
- The company chose him for the promotion because of his track record of being a responsible and dedicated employee.
- She was entrusted with a leadership role because of her reputation for being responsible and reliable.
- He's a responsible team captain, leading by example and motivating his teammates to excel.
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being the main cause of something
- She felt responsible for the project's delays due to her oversight.
- The heavy rain was responsible for the flooding in the area.
- The faulty wiring was found to be responsible for the fire.
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