answerability
[/ˌæn.sər.ə.ˈbɪl.ə.ti/]
nounpl: answerabilities
responsabilidade
1. the quality or state of being answerable; the capacity to be held accountable or responsible for something
The answerability of government officials to the public is a cornerstone of democracy.
A responsabilidade de funcionários públicos perante o público é uma pedra angular da democracia.
2. the ability or obligation to provide an answer or explanation for one's actions or decisions
The manager emphasized the answerability of each team member for their work quality.
O gerente enfatizou a responsabilidade de cada membro da equipe pela qualidade de seu trabalho.
3. legal or ethical liability to account for conduct or performance
Corporate answerability has increased significantly due to new regulations.
A responsabilidade corporativa aumentou significativamente devido às novas regulamentações.
In Brazilian organizational culture, 'answerability' reflects growing emphasis on corporate transparency and governmental accountability, influenced by anti-corruption movements and international business standards. In the USA, the term is heavily used in political discourse, particularly regarding government transparency and public trust. The concept has gained prominence in both cultures as part of modern governance and business ethics frameworks.
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