Responsibility
14 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
The state of being accountable for one's actions, duties, or obligations. It encompasses the moral or legal duty to take care of something or ensure certain tasks are completed reliably.
“Taking responsibility for the project meant she had to coordinate all team activities and meet deadlines.”
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Contains multiple I letters and common consonants; -ITY suffix indicates abstract noun quality
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Strong 14-letter word with Y tile adding value; excellent for using diverse letter combinations
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