1. legally responsible for something, especially for paying money that is owed or for damage
Usage: legal
2. likely to experience or do something unpleasant

Examples

• The company is liable for damages caused by their defective product.
• Parents are liable for their minor children’s actions.
• If you don’t pay your taxes, you’re liable to heavy penalties.
• He’s liable to get angry if you criticize his work.
• The roof is old and liable to leak during heavy rain.
• Without proper insurance, you could be liable for thousands of dollars.
• She’s liable to forget her keys if she’s in a hurry.