responsible

Definitions

1. adjective

   In charge of something and answerable for it.

   Examples

   • She is responsible for the whole department.
   • He is responsible for closing the shop each night.
2. adjective

   Being the cause of something.

   Examples

   • The storm was responsible for the power cut.
   • He was responsible for the company's early success.
3. adjective

   Having to report to a person above you.

   Examples

   • The manager is responsible to the regional director.
   • She is responsible to the board for every decision.
4. adjective

   Having important duties.

   Examples

   • It is a responsible job with a lot of pressure.
   • She holds a responsible role in the group.
5. adjective

   Having good sense when making choices.

   Examples

   • He is a responsible adult who thinks ahead.
   • She is responsible enough to be left in charge.
6. adjective

   Reliable and able to be trusted.

   Examples

   • He is a responsible worker who never misses deadlines.
   • She is known as a responsible babysitter.
7. adjective

   Able to think clearly and answer for your actions.

   Examples

   • The court found the man fully responsible for his actions.
   • A young child is not responsible in the same way as an adult.
8. noun

   The person who is to blame or in charge.

   Examples

   • The investigation found who was responsible for the leak.
   • Police searched for the responsible behind the scheme.
9. noun

   In theater, an actor who plays small roles.

   Examples

   • He began as a responsible at a small theater.
   • One of the responsibles took the part and was perfect.