noun
- the quality or state of being accountable; responsibility for one's actions or decisions.
Usage: formal; often used in professional, legal, or organizational contexts
Examples
- The new policy emphasizes accountableness among all employees.
- Accountableness is essential in government and public service.
- The manager stressed the importance of accountableness in the team's work.
- Financial accountableness requires transparent reporting of all transactions.
- Parents appreciate teachers who demonstrate accountableness for student progress.
- The organization's accountableness to its donors has improved significantly.