Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

accountability

[uh-koun-tuh-bil-i-tee] / əˌkaʊn təˈbɪl ɪ ti /
NOUN
responsibility
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But a recently released report from the Government Accountability Office did find that the integrity of the jobs data remains intact, at least for now.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

In terms of the in-orbit refuelling, a March 2026 report from the US Government Accountability Office found that Elon Musk's SpaceX had made "limited progress" maturing the technology.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

WOW Media is the main funder of the Inglewood Residents for Stadium Accountability committee.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The Senate’s proposed renewal, the Foreign Intelligence Accountability Act, adds even more protection, including criminal penalties for abuses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

A 2005 report by the Government Accountability Office concluded the program may have contributed to a 1 percent reduction in crime—at a cost of $8 billion.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander




Vocabulary lists containing accountability


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "accountability" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com