Synonyms for Responsibility
Definition of 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"
3 synonyms found
Writing tips for "responsibility"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like duty, obligation, province can replace "responsibility" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"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