accountable
/əˈkaʊntəbl̩/
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
Obliged, when called upon, to answer (for one’s deeds); answerable.
Adjective
Examples
Everyone is accountable to God for their conduct.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Obliged to keep accurate records (of property or funds).
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “accountable” mean?
Obliged, when called upon, to answer (for one’s deeds); answerable.
Is “accountable” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.