Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deny-responsibility
verb phrase
dɪˈnaɪ rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti
Definition
To refuse to accept responsibility for something, typically an action, behavior, or decision.
Examples
- After the incident, he chose to deny responsibility, blaming others for what happened.
- Many politicians deny responsibility when faced with failure.
- She denied responsibility for the missing funds, insisting she had no part in it.
Meaning
When someone denies responsibility, they are claiming that they are not accountable for a particular outcome or situation.
Synonyms
- Abdicate blame
- Disclaim accountability
- Refuse blame
