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

Of the 48 schools with principal changes this summer, 39 were given a 2024-25 A-F accountability grade of C or lower. — Samuel O’Neal 17, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026

Without that transparency, accountability becomes difficult to establish when autonomous systems influence business outcomes. — Dave Link, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

But if jurisdiction goes only that far, then lawmakers can elude accountability simply by quitting their jobs. — Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

The local accountability team, alongside the local engagement and retention team, are holding a series of events this summer to connect more with our communities in the greater Sacramento area. — Kiara Adams, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026