responsibility

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Responsibility' means you have duties to do or someone is counting on you to do something. It's not just a task, it's something important you need to take seriously, like watching a friend's pet.

Examples in Different Contexts

In business, 'leadership responsibility' involves guiding and making decisions for a company's success. A CEO might say, 'As part of my leadership responsibility, I must ensure the company's growth and profitability.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The app keeps crashing after the recent update. I’m not sure what went wrong, but the bug needs to be fixed ASAP.

Response:

As lead developer, it's my responsibility to ensure all bugs are fixed. I'll identify the problem and fix it immediately.

Creative

Scenario:

The client wants the design changes by the end of the week. We need to make sure this new design aligns perfectly with their vision.

Response:

As the art director, it's my responsibility to oversee all design changes. I’ll begin working on these changes right now to meet their vision.