Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
primary responsibility
noun
/ˈpraɪˌmɛri rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti/
Definition
The main duty or obligation that someone has in a particular situation or context.
Examples
- As a team leader, her primary responsibility is to ensure that all project deadlines are met.
- His primary responsibility at work is to manage the company’s finances effectively.
- In a family, a parent’s primary responsibility is to provide for and nurture their children.
Meaning
Primary responsibility refers to the most important task or obligation that a person is expected to fulfill, often within a job or organization.
Synonyms
- chief duty
- main obligation
- principal responsibility
- key function
