Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
answer-for
phrase
/ˈæn.sər fɔːr/
Definition
To be accountable for something or to take responsibility for one’s actions.
Examples
- She had to answer for her mistakes in front of the entire team.
- The manager will answer for the performance of his department.
- If we succeed, we will answer for the success as a team.
Meaning
When someone is said to ‘answer for’ something, it means they are expected to explain or justify their actions or the results of those actions.
Synonyms
- be accountable
- be responsible
- be liable
- take the blame
