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responsible
adjective(re-spon-si-ble)
being the agent or cause
Synonyms: responsible for,
Examples:
Determined who was the responsible party.
Termites were responsible for the damage.
responsible
adjective(re-spon-si-ble)
having an acceptable credit rating
Synonyms: creditworthy,
Examples:
A responsible borrower.
responsible
adjective(re-spon-si-ble)
worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable
Antonyms: irresponsible,
Examples:
A responsible adult.
Responsible journalism.
A responsible position.
The captain is responsible for the ship's safety.
The cabinet is responsible to the parliament.

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