"To deny responsibility" means to refuse to accept or acknowledge accountability for actions, mistakes, or consequences. When someone denies responsibility, they reject any blame or obligation associated with a particular event or situation.
Translations
negar la responsabilidad
verantwoordelijkheid ontkennen
negar la responsabilitat
nier la responsabilité
die Verantwortung leugnen
Etymology
The phrase "to deny responsibility" combines the verb "deny," which comes from the Latin 'denegare,' meaning to refuse or say no, and "responsibility," derived from the Latin 'responsus,' meaning an answer or reply. Did you know? The concept of responsibility evolved from the idea of being able to respond or answer for one's actions.
