1. Greater or increased duties and obligations that require more attention, effort, or accountability
After the promotion, she faced heightened responsibilities in managing the entire department.
Após a promoção, ela enfrentou responsabilidades aumentadas na gestão de todo o departamento.
2. Enhanced expectations or demands placed on someone in a particular role or situation
The crisis created heightened responsibilities for all team members to ensure safety.
A crise criou responsabilidades aumentadas para todos os membros da equipe garantirem a segurança.