Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
responsible (adjective)1.
a) liable to be called on to answer
b) (1) liable to be called to account as the primary cause, , or - motive agent a committee responsible for the job
(2) being the cause or explanation - mechanical defects were responsible for the accident
c) liable to legal review or in case of fault to penalties
2.
a) able to answer for one's conduct and obligations - trustworthy
b) able to choose for oneself between right and wrong
3.
marked by or involving or accountability - responsibility responsible financial policies
4.
politically answerable , especially required to submit to the if defeated by the - electorate legislature used especially of the British cabinet
