C1adjectiveformallawbusiness
US/ˈlaɪ.ə.bəl/
UK/ˈlaɪ.ə.bəl/
legally responsible for something, or likely to experience something bad
In context
The company is liable for any damage caused by its products.
Old wooden bridges are liable to collapse after heavy rain.
You could be held liable if someone is hurt on your property.
Words that go with liable
adjective + preposition
- liable forThe owner is liable for any accident here.
- liable toPrices are liable to change without notice.
- liable for damagesHe was found liable for damages.
adverb + adjective
- legally liableParents can be legally liable for their children.
- personally liableThe director was personally liable for the debts.
- jointly liableBoth companies are jointly liable for the loss.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
liable of the damageCorrect: liable for the damage