Responsibility Definition & Meaning
responsibility
- noun
- the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; "we must instill a sense of duty in our children"; "every right implies a responsibility; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr
- the proper sphere or extent of your activities; "it was his province to take care of himself"
- a form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct; "he holds a position of great responsibility"
"Responsibility" in song lyrics
See how responsibility is used in real songs:
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"I'm startin to learn more and more about responsibility"
Akon — Sorry, Blame it on Me -
"Aint our necessary fate and take responsibility"
Alexipharmic — American -
"Thas weak I wouldn't be showin' responsibility"
B.G. — Play'n and Laugh'n
Words that rhyme with responsibility
Usage tips for "responsibility"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "responsibility" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for responsibility to find words that pair well.