accountability

noun

ac·count·abil·i·ty ə-ˌkau̇n-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē

Synonyms of accountability next

: the quality or state of being accountable

especially : an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions

public officials lacking accountability

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These teams are held directly accountable to the family office, ensuring that strategic objectives are met while promoting accountability and operational excellence. —

Rami Harajli, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 Podcasts and alternative platforms, often centering on issues like economic freedom, government accountability and cultural identity, were at the heart of Trump's outreach efforts. —

Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024 Family seeks police accountability Jean’s family had also included Dallas in the October 2018 complaint, but Judge Barbara M. G. Lynn dismissed the city from the lawsuit. —

Minnah Arshad, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 Only the creation of accountability and corporate risk can protect our health and ultimately our economy. —

Leonardo Trasande, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for accountability