C2nounformalbusinesspolitics
US/əˌkaʊn.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/
UK/əˌkaʊn.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/
the fact of being responsible for your decisions and actions and having to explain them
In context
Shareholders demanded greater accountability from the board after the losses.
Clear targets create accountability, because everyone knows who is responsible for what.
The new law aims to improve accountability in the use of public money.
Words that go with accountability
adjective + noun
- greater accountabilityVoters want greater accountability from local officials.
- public accountabilityState companies must accept public accountability.
noun + preposition
- lack of accountabilityThe report blamed a lack of accountability for the delays.
- accountability forWho takes accountability for the failed project?
verb + noun
- ensure accountabilityRegular audits help ensure accountability.