accountability

Definition

The state of being accountable; liability to be called on to render an account or give an explanation; liability to be held responsible or answerable for something.

Etymology

From accountable + -ity.

Example Sentences

• "The United States stands at this time at the pinnacle of world power. It is a solemn moment for the American Democracy. For with primacy in power is also joined an awe-inspiring accountability to the future."
• "The GBR network organisation will have overall accountability to ensure the government's aims are achieved, setting strategic, planning and financial frameworks within which local business units will operate."
• "Just think about that: 1 in 4 had an error, and 1 in 20 was seriously wrong. And that is not good. If every 20th Frosty that Wendy’s sold turned out to be a cup of warm goat semen, we would want some accountability and we’d want it fast! At least freeze it!"

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