Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
answerability
noun
/ˌænsərˈæbɪlɪti/
Definition
The state of being accountable or responsible for something.
Examples
- Governments must ensure their answerability to the public.
- The committee’s answerability for their decisions was questioned by the residents.
Meaning
Answerability refers to the obligation to explain or justify one’s actions or decisions, often implying the expectation of being held to account.
Synonyms
- accountability
- responsibility
- liability
