Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hold-to-account
verb
/hoʊld tə əˈkaʊnt/
Definition
To hold someone to account means to demand accountability from them for their actions, typically in a professional or public context.
Examples
- It is important to hold leaders to account for their decisions that affect the community.
- The board decided to hold the manager to account for the project’s failure.
- Citizens have the right to hold their government to account during elections.
Meaning
It refers to the practice of ensuring that an individual, particularly someone in a position of authority or responsibility, is responsible for their actions and decisions.
Synonyms
- accountability
- responsibility
- answerability
