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liable

The word “liable” has 3 syllables: li-a-ble

It's pronounced as /ˈlaɪəbəl/

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In the thesaurus, “liable” has 42 synonyms and 21 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for liable along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for liable

Antonyms for liable

Meanings of liable

  • adjective
    1. Bound or obliged in law or equity; responsible; answerable.
    2. Subject; susceptible.
    3. Exposed to a certain contingency or causality, more or less probable.
    4. (as predicate, with "to" and an infinitive) likely.

Example Sentences

  • The company is liable for any damages caused by the defect.
  • He is liable to forget his keys if he is in a hurry.
  • Drivers are legally liable for accidents they cause.
  • The tenant is liable for paying rent on time.
  • Without proper care, the machine is liable to break down.

On this page you'll find 63 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to liable, such as: accountable, amenable, answerable, apt, assailable, at risk, attackable.

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