Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sole-responsibility
noun
/soʊl rɪˌspɒnsɪˈbɪlɪti/
Definition
The condition of being the only person responsible for a task or obligation.
Examples
- As the project manager, she has sole responsibility for the success of the initiative.
- He accepted sole responsibility for the team’s performance this quarter.
- In certain situations, one person may be granted sole responsibility for making important decisions.
Meaning
Sole responsibility refers to the exclusive obligation of an individual to manage a duty or requirement without sharing the burden with others.
Synonyms
- exclusive responsibility
- individual responsibility
- lone responsibility
