单词 | liable |
释义 | liable —liable /ˈlaɪ.ə.bl̩/ adjective [after verb] (LIKELY) ► C2 very likely to happen: » The areas of town near the river are liable to flooding (= are often flooded).» [+ to infinitive] He's liable to make a fuss if you wake him.Thesaurus+: ↑Possible and probableadjective [after verb] SPECIALIZED (RESPONSIBLE) ► C1 having (legal) responsibility for something or someone: » The law holds parents liable if a child does not attend school.» If we lose the case we may be liable for (= have to pay) the costs of the whole trial.Thesaurus+: ↑Duty, obligation and responsibility |
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