accountableness

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In many instances, however, this last obtains such a predominance, as to lessen the confusion, and withal to preclude, in a great measure, the sense of accountableness.

From An Essay on the Evils of Popular Ignorance by Foster, John

There was a conditional bargain proposed: as to be a servant, or tutor, or guardian upon trust, always implies conditions and accountableness to them that entrust them.

From A Hind Let Loose Or, An Historical Representation of the Testimonies of the Church of Scotland for the Interest of Christ. With the True State Thereof in All Its Periods by Shields, Alexander

He made them under the full and solemn impression of his accountableness to mankind, and the God of nations.

From Discussion on American Slavery by Breckinridge, Rev. Robert J.

The state of being accountable; liability to be called on to render an account; accountableness.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary by Webster, Noah

Yes, they can—for they are men; generally reputable men; in cases not a few, pious men; and all have consciences, and may be made to feel their accountableness to God.

From Select Temperance Tracts by American Tract Society