adjective
- required to explain or justify one’s actions; responsible
- able to be explained or understood
Examples
- The CEO is accountable to the board of directors for the company’s performance.
- Public officials must be accountable for their decisions.
- Teachers are accountable for their students’ progress.
- The manager held his team accountable for meeting deadlines.
- Her strange behavior is not easily accountable.
- The sudden drop in sales is accountable to the economic downturn.