Synonyms: obligation, duty, responsibility
Definition: the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
Usage: we must instill a sense of duty in our children; every right implies a responsibility; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty- John D.Rockefeller Jr
Similar words: social control
Definition: control exerted (actively or passively) by group action
Synonyms: responsibility, responsibleness
Definition: a form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct
Usage: he holds a position of great responsibility
Similar words: trustiness, trustworthiness
Definition: the trait of deserving trust and confidence
Synonyms: responsibility, province
Definition: the proper sphere or extent of your activities
Usage: it was his province to take care of himself
Similar words: orbit, field, area, arena, sphere, domain
Definition: a particular environment or walk of life
Usage: his social sphere is limited; it was a closed area of employment; he's out of my orbit