responsible
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The individual who bears the responsibility for something.
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An actor taking on the lesser roles in repertory theatre.
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(followed by "for") Having the duty of taking care of something; answerable for an act performed or for its consequences; accountable; amenable, especially legally or politically.
โParents are responsible for their child's behaviour.โ
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(followed by "for") Being a primary cause of a situation or action and thus able to be blamed or credited for it.
โWho is responsible for this mess?โ
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(followed by "to") Answerable to (a superior).
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(of a job or position) Involving important duties; involving a degree of personal accountability on the part of the person concerned.
โShe has a responsible position in the firm.โ
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Having good judgment in decision-making.
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Able to be trusted; reliable; trustworthy.
โHe looks like a responsible guy.โ
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Capable of rational conduct and thus morally accountable for one's behavior.
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