accountable
/əˈkaʊntəbl/
ac · count · a · ble
/ə · ˈkaʊn · tə · bl/
English Definition
adj. responsible for actions or decisions; required to explain oneself
Significado en Español
responsable
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
chịu trách nhiệm
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
account (accounts) + able (capable) → a person capable of managing accounts must be responsible, accountable.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is the best synonym for “accountable”?
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A
negligent
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B
responsible
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C
insensitive
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D
ignorant
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B — responsible.
“accountable” means adj. responsible for actions or decisions; required to explain oneself
Common questions about “accountable”
What does “accountable” mean?
accountable — adj. responsible for actions or decisions; required to explain oneself. In Chinese: 负有责任的, 应做解释的.
How do you pronounce “accountable”?
accountable is pronounced /əˈkaʊntəbl/. It breaks into 4 syllables: ac · count · a · ble.
Is “accountable” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. accountable appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “accountable”?
account (accounts) + able (capable) → a person capable of managing accounts must be responsible, accountable.
