responsible

Definitions

Having an obligation to do something or having control over or care for someone, as part of one's job or role.

Being the primary cause of something and so able to be blamed or credited for it.

Capable of being trusted or relied upon to fulfill an obligation or duty.

Examples

Parents are responsible for the well-being of their children.

She was held responsible for the error in the final report.

Synonyms

accountable reliable dependable trustworthy answerable liable conscientious

Antonyms

irresponsible unreliable untrustworthy careless reckless negligent unaccountable