Synonyms of accountability

accountability

noun

as in responsibility

willingness or obligation to explain one's actions or to admit being the cause of a problem

There is a push to increase accountability among government officials.

Related Words

• responsibility
• answerability
• blame
• liability
• fault

Dissimilar Words

• unaccountability

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accountability

Accordingly, Doctronic also carries a malpractice policy holding the system to physician-level accountability. — Torie Bosch, STAT, 5 Sep. 2026

Their work reveals the devastating effects of PFAS from carpet treatments, as well as the frustrating game of accountability hot potato between companies, state regulators, federal agencies and other interest groups. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 4 Sep. 2026

The right place for a decision is the lowest level in the organization where the people involved have the information, the experience and the accountability to make a trustworthy choice. — Abdulrahman Hammad, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2026

Players and coaches complained about inconsistent officiating, physicality and a lack of accountability. — Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026