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⚖️liability

noun
/ˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/
lexicon Liable
liability definition card — visual illustration of the meaning liability synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison liability collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

the state of being legally responsible for something; something that acts as a disadvantage
the state of being responsible for something, especially by law; a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage
The state of being responsible for something, especially by law; a debt or financial obligation.

Example Sentences

The company’s financial liability increased after the lawsuit.

The company accepted liability for the accident.

The company's liabilities exceeded its assets.

Example Expressions

legal liability

Synonyms

responsibility, obligation, accountability, burden, debt
Entry 1
responsibility, obligation, accountability, burden, debt
Entry 2
responsibility, obligation, debt, burden
Entry 3
debt, obligation, responsibility

Antonyms

asset, advantage, benefit, credit
Entry 1
asset, advantage
Entry 2
asset, advantage, benefit
Entry 3
asset, advantage, credit

Collocations

financial liability, legal liability, limited liability, liability insurance
Entry 1
financial liability, legal liability, limited liability, liability insurance
Entry 2
legal liability, financial liability, limited liability

More Example Sentences

Excellent presentation, but I have a question about the reliability of the data.

When reading this type of news, one should always verify the reliability of the source.

I would like some clarification on the liability clause mentioned in section three of the lease.

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