accountably
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/əˈkaʊntəbli/
(accountable)
responsible
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accountable' originates from the Old French word 'acontable', where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'conter' meant 'to count'.
Historical Evolution
'acontable' transformed into the Middle English word 'acountable', and eventually became the modern English word 'accountable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'liable to be called to account', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'responsible'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is accountable or responsible.
The manager acted accountably in handling the crisis.
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Last updated: 2025/04/15 07:36