responsibility

noun

1. the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

   noun.act

   Examples

   Every right implies a responsibility; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty.

   Synonyms duty obligation

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. the proper sphere or extent of your activities

   noun.state

   Synonyms province

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. a form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct

   noun.attribute

   Examples

   He holds a position of great responsibility.

   Synonyms responsibleness

   Antonyms irresponsibility irresponsibleness

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable, as for a trust, debt, or obligation.

   noun

   Source: webster1913