B1adjectiveworksociety
US/rɪˈspɑːn.sə.bəl/
UK/rɪˈspɒn.sə.bəl/
having the duty to deal with something; also, being the cause of something
In context
Who is responsible for checking the reports before they go out?
Heavy traffic is partly responsible for the city's air pollution.
He's a responsible student who always hands in his work on time.
Words that go with responsible
adjective + preposition
- responsible forI'm responsible for the company's social media accounts.
adverb + adjective
- directly responsibleThe manager is directly responsible for the team's results.
- partly responsibleSocial media is partly responsible for the spread of fake news.
- fully responsibleYou are fully responsible for any damage to the car.
- socially responsibleCustomers prefer brands that are socially responsible.
adjective + noun
- responsible adultChildren must be with a responsible adult at the pool.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She is responsible of the sales team.Correct: She is responsible for the sales team.