Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accountability
noun
/əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti/
Definition
The fact or condition of being responsible for one’s actions or decisions.
Examples
- Accountability in the workplace improves employee performance.
- The government must ensure accountability for its decisions.
- Schools promote student accountability by setting clear expectations.
Meaning
Accountability refers to being obliged to report, explain, or justify something; being responsible for one’s actions and the results that follow.
Synonyms
- responsibility
- answerability
- liability
- transparency
