ACCOUNTABILITY Synonyms: 6 Similar and Opposite Words

accountability

noun

as in responsibility

willingness or obligation to explain one's actions or to admit being the cause of a problem There is a push to increase accountability among government officials.

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Dissimilar Words

unaccountability

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of accountability Fort Worth school district was taken over by the TEA after the Leadership Academy at Forest Oak Sixth Grade received its fifth consecutive F grade in the state’s yearly accountability ratings. —

Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026 The actions were made possible by the police accountability bill that had passed in Connecticut, which gave municipalities the right to grant civilian boards subpoena powers. —

Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026 Zodrow wants the state to adopt stricter license requirements and greater accountability for drivers who are involved in crashes. —

Joel Rose, NPR, 23 Mar. 2026 By openly addressing questions about the Thimot-Rawnsley gift and clearly communicating how these resources will support the Center’s future, leadership can strengthen trust and reaffirm its commitment to transparency and accountability. —

Ted G Callam, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for accountability

Recent Examples of Synonyms for accountability

responsibility

Noun

All expenses on receipt and use of prize are the sole responsibility of winner.

— CBS LA Staff, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
Ecuador has denied responsibility for the bomb.

— Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026