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demonstrate responsibility

[ˈdɛmənstreɪt rɪˈspɑnsəbɪlɪti]
verb phrase
demonstrar responsabilidade
1. To show or prove that one is reliable, trustworthy, and accountable for one's actions and obligations
She demonstrated responsibility by completing the project on time and within budget.
Ela demonstrou responsabilidade ao completar o projeto no prazo e dentro do orçamento.
2. To exhibit maturity and dependability in handling duties or tasks
The teenager demonstrated responsibility by maintaining good grades and helping with household chores.
O adolescente demonstrou responsabilidade ao manter boas notas e ajudar com as tarefas domésticas.
Synonyms
show accountabilityprove reliabilityexhibit dependabilitydisplay maturitydemonstrate accountability
Antonyms
evade responsibilityshirk dutiesdemonstrate irresponsibilityavoid accountability

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar responsabilidade
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
mostrar responsabilidade
alternative verb 'mostrar' is frequently used
São Paulo
demonstrar responsabilidade
formal and business contexts prefer 'demonstrar'
Portugal
demonstrar responsabilidade
standard usage, same as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

step up to the plate
put one's house in order
walk the walk
be true to one's word
prove oneself worthy
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