unaccountability
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/ˌʌnəˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti/
lack of responsibility
Etymology
'unaccountability' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'accountability', which comes from the Old French 'acont' meaning 'to count or reckon'.
'accountability' evolved from the Old French 'acont' and eventually became the modern English word 'accountability', with 'un-' added to denote the opposite meaning.
Initially, 'accountability' meant 'the act of counting or reckoning', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being responsible or answerable'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of not being accountable or responsible for actions or decisions.
The unaccountability of the organization led to widespread corruption.
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Last updated: 2025/01/27 21:06