Responsible Definition
responsible
- adjective
- worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable; "a responsible adult"; "responsible journalism"; "a responsible position"; "the captain is responsible for the ship's safety"; "the cabinet is responsible to the parliament"
- being the agent or cause; "determined who was the responsible party"; "termites were responsible for the damage"
- having an acceptable credit rating; "a responsible borrower"
"Responsible" in song lyrics
See how responsible is used in real songs:
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"try to be responsible"
51.50 — Games People Play -
"And help mom with the chores, be responsible"
Benzino f/ Ray Ray, Case — Shine Like My Son -
"I conquer you, and be held responsible"
Cormega — Extreme Wit 16
Words that rhyme with responsible
Usage tips for "responsible"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "responsible" 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 responsible to find words that pair well.