Responsible
11 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Having an obligation to do something or being accountable for one's actions. It also means being trustworthy and reliable in character.
“Parents are responsible for ensuring their children attend school regularly.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/rɪˈspɑnsəbəl/
Syllables
re·spon·si·ble
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Synonyms
Antonyms
irresponsible
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Wordle
Contains two S's; -IBLE suffix ending pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 15 points; good length for strategic board positioning
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