responsary

/ˌrɛs.pənˈsɛr.i, -ˈsɛri/

Definitions

1. noun

A person responsible for something, especially a manager or director.

“The company’s CEO was appointed as the responsary for the financial crisis.”

2. noun

A person or thing that bears responsibility.

“The responsary for the environmental damage was fined heavily.”

Synonyms

  • director
  • manager
  • responsible party
  • responsible person

Antonyms

  • guiltless
  • irresponsible
  • unaccountable