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accountable

Pronunciation: /əˈkaʊntəbl̩/

The English word “accountable” has 4 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Obliged, when called upon, to answer (for one’s deeds); answerable.
  2. Obliged to keep accurate records (of property or funds).
  3. Liable to be called on to render an account.
  4. Capable of being accounted for; explicable; explainable.

Etymology

From account + -able. First attested around 1400.

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