To accept responsibility
Beispiel: They accept responsibility for the outcome
Definition
"To accept responsibility" means to willingly acknowledge and take on the duty or obligation for an action, decision, or outcome, often implying accountability and readiness to face any consequences arising from it.
Etymologie
The phrase "to accept responsibility" combines the verb 'accept,' originating from Latin 'acceptare' meaning 'to receive willingly,' and 'responsibility,' derived from Latin 'responsum,' meaning 'an answer or reply.' Together, they convey the idea of willingly taking on the duty to respond or be accountable.