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