Liable

Pronunciation: /ˈlaɪəbəl/

Definitions of liable

adjective legally responsible for something

Example Sentences

A1 Children are liable to make mistakes while learning new things.

A2 Pets can be liable for causing damage to furniture if left unsupervised.

B1 Employees are liable for their actions while on company premises.

B2 Investors are liable for any losses incurred due to market fluctuations.

C1 Government officials can be held liable for corruption charges.

C2 Company executives are liable for ensuring compliance with all regulations and laws.

Examples of liable in a Sentence

formal The company is liable for any damages caused by their product.

informal You could be liable for the mess if you don't clean up.

slang If you break the rules, you're liable to get in trouble.

figurative His reckless behavior made him liable to losing his job.

Grammatical Forms of liable

• past tense: liabled
• plural: liables
• comparative: more liable
• superlative: most liable
• present tense: liable
• future tense: will be liable
• perfect tense: have been liable
• continuous tense: is being liable
• singular: liable
• positive degree: liable
• infinitive: to be liable
• gerund: liabling
• participle: liable

Origin and Evolution of liable

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'liable' originated from the Old French word 'liable' meaning 'bound or obligated'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'liable' has evolved to also mean 'legally responsible or accountable'.