Answerability: meaning, definitions and examples
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answerability
[ ˌansərəˈbɪlɪti ]
in a philosophical context
The quality of being able to provide a response or answer, especially in a deep or meaningful way. It involves the capacity to offer explanations or solutions to complex questions or problems.
Synonyms
accountability, responsibility, responsiveness
Examples of usage
- Her answerability in the debate impressed everyone present.
- The professor's answerability to difficult queries is well-known among his students.
in a legal context
The state of being legally responsible or accountable for one's actions or decisions. It implies the obligation to justify one's behavior or decisions in a court of law.
Synonyms
culpability, liability, obligation
Examples of usage
- The company's answerability for the environmental damage caused by its activities is being investigated.
- The defendant's answerability in the court case will be determined by the evidence presented.
Translations
Translations of the word "answerability" in other languages:
🇵🇹 responsabilidade
🇮🇳 उत्तरदायित्व
🇩🇪 Verantwortlichkeit
🇮🇩 tanggung jawab
🇺🇦 відповідальність
🇵🇱 odpowiedzialność
🇯🇵 責任
🇫🇷 responsabilité
🇪🇸 responsabilidad
🇹🇷 sorumluluk
🇰🇷 책임
🇸🇦 مسؤولية
🇨🇿 odpovědnost
🇸🇰 zodpovednosť
🇨🇳 责任
🇸🇮 odgovornost
🇮🇸 ábyrgð
🇰🇿 жауапкершілік
🇬🇪 პასუხისმგებლობა
🇦🇿 məsuliyyət
🇲🇽 responsabilidad
Word origin
The term 'answerability' emerged in the late 19th century, derived from the word 'answerable,' which has roots in Middle English and Old French. It reflects the concept of being accountable or responsive to questions, challenges, or legal requirements. Over time, 'answerability' has evolved to encompass both philosophical and legal contexts, emphasizing the notion of providing responses or justifications.
See also: answerable, answerably, answerer, answerers.