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responsible backing

[rɪˈspɒnsəbl ˈbækɪŋ]
noun
apoio responsável
1. Financial, moral, or political support provided by a party that accepts accountability for the consequences or outcomes
The project succeeded thanks to responsible backing from the government.
O projeto foi bem-sucedido graças ao apoio responsável do governo.
2. Endorsement or sponsorship where the backer assumes responsibility for quality, ethics, or performance
The company provided responsible backing for the environmental initiative.
A empresa forneceu apoio responsável para a iniciativa ambiental.
Synonyms
accountable supportcommitted backingreliable supportanswerability support
Antonyms
irresponsible backingwithdrawn supportuncommitted sponsorship

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apoio responsável
standard usage in business and political contexts
São Paulo
apoio responsável
commonly used in corporate and financial settings
Portugal
apoio responsável
formal usage in institutional contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

put your money where your mouth is
stand behind someone/something
take responsibility for
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