1
as in blames
the state of being held as the cause of something that needs to be set right
responsibility for the accident lies with the driver who was speeding
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in duties
something one must do because of prior agreement
I had the responsibility of closing up the shop at night
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of responsibilities
Tidy a payment plan with clear checkpoints, and document responsibilities so everyone knows the path and timeline.
—
Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2026
The portion the board gets to keep isn’t enough to pay for the staff or other resources to keep up with its responsibilities.
—Phoebe Quinton, AJC.com, 15 June 2026
On larger productions, the directing team could expand to as many as 10 members, each with distinct responsibilities.
—Jenny S. Li, Variety, 15 June 2026
Your body, responsibilities, relationships, energy and future all belong in the room.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
One of the mayor’s primary responsibilities is facilitating meetings and maintaining decorum.
—Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
The organization tens of thousands in debt, Martina accepted the new role with a deep understanding of its responsibilities.
—Dennis Pope, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
In her new role, Verceles will oversee the Community Development Department in addition to her current responsibilities, which include overseeing economic development, communications, and equity access and inclusion.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 7 June 2026
Their responsibilities include securing stadiums and fan zones, escorting teams and protecting dignitaries.
—Jake Offenhartz, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2026
The portion the board gets to keep isn’t enough to pay for the staff or other resources to keep up with its responsibilities.
—Phoebe Quinton, AJC.com, 15 June 2026
On larger productions, the directing team could expand to as many as 10 members, each with distinct responsibilities.
—Jenny S. Li, Variety, 15 June 2026
Your body, responsibilities, relationships, energy and future all belong in the room.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
One of the mayor’s primary responsibilities is facilitating meetings and maintaining decorum.
—Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
The organization tens of thousands in debt, Martina accepted the new role with a deep understanding of its responsibilities.
—Dennis Pope, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
In her new role, Verceles will oversee the Community Development Department in addition to her current responsibilities, which include overseeing economic development, communications, and equity access and inclusion.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 7 June 2026
Their responsibilities include securing stadiums and fan zones, escorting teams and protecting dignitaries.
—Jake Offenhartz, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for responsibilities
Noun
-
One owner who started an Amazon delivery business in 2019 blames skyrocketing premiums for slashing his annual profit from $400,000 to $150,000.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
After the road trip, Washington, then 73, stepped aside from his managerial duties indefinitely before undergoing quadruple bypass heart surgery.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
-
The treasure keeper has all of the same duties as the usual banker.—
Kirsten Acuna,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
Noun
-
Uthmeier reported liabilities that included a $334,792 mortgage on his primary residence, a $221,571 mortgage on the Plaza Tower condominium and a $27,200 auto loan.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
-
The message is precisely that discriminatory programs are permissible, which will invite lawsuits and liabilities instead of improving circumstances for minorities.—
Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
Noun
-
Miley and Tish Cyrus have no further legal obligations, and the ruling sharply limits Jayme Lee’s options, leaving only the unlikely prospect of an appeal requiring proof of judicial error.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Dec. 2025
-
Temporary national programs During major crises like the one that occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, the government may enact short-term protections like stimulus payments or collection pauses to help borrowers who cannot meet their payment obligations.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
8 Dec. 2025
Noun
-
Padding at the heels ensures these faux leather sneakers are comfy straight from the box, but they’re also designed to be simultaneously flexible and supportive to accommodate the needs of your weary feet during long travel days.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Dec. 2025
-
Denim weavers have adapted the technique to suit the fabric’s complex finishing process and consumers’ needs.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Dec. 2025
Noun
-
Japan and Europe are deepening defense ties amid growing unease over Washington’s security commitments at a time of Russian aggression and China’s surging power.—
Tasneem Nashrulla,
semafor.com,
14 June 2026
-
Jaeger’s teammate Colton Steed also committed to the Horned Frogs, giving TCU two commitments from Round Rock.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Responsibilities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/responsibilities. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
