Dictionary Entry
answerable
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Meaning
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Required to give an explanation or account for one's actions or decisions; responsible.
Example Sentence
The manager was answerable to the board for the company's financial performance.
Usage Note
Used to describe someone who must explain or take responsibility for their actions, decisions, or the outcomes of a situation, especially in professional or legal contexts.