Meaning of the word liable in English

What does liable mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

liable

US /ˈlaɪ.ə.bəl/

UK /ˈlaɪ.ə.bəl/

responsible by law; legally answerable

Example:

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The company is liable for any damage caused.

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You will be held liable for the costs.

Synonym:

responsible accountable answerable blameworthy culpable

likely to do or to be something

Example:

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He's liable to forget his keys again.

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The old bridge is liable to collapse.

Synonym:

prone apt inclined disposed subject

Related Word:

liable to not liable be liable