Which word describes being responsible for one's actions?

• A. Ambivalent
• B. Acute
• C. Adhere
• D. Accountable

Answer: (D)

Taking responsibility means being answerable for your actions and their outcomes. The word accountable fits best because it specifically denotes owning what you did and being willing to explain and accept the consequences. In daily use you might say, “I am accountable for this project” to show you oversee it and will answer for how it turns out. Ambivalent describes mixed feelings, not responsibility. Acute means severe or sharp, not about taking responsibility. Adhere means to stick to or follow rules, which is about compliance rather than owning actions. So: accountable.