accountable
Accountable is an adjective describing a person or organization that is expected to justify and take responsibility for their actions, decisions, and outcomes. It implies being answerable to others and liable for consequences. The term originates from the noun account, with the suffix -able, and entered English in the early modern period from Old French and Latin roots meaning to reckon or report. In general usage, someone is accountable when they can be asked to explain their conduct and provide a rationale or results.
In governance and public administration, accountability means that leaders and institutions must report on performance, be
Ethically and legally, accountability encompasses moral obligation and legal liability for actions and their consequences. It