un·ac·count·able

un·ac·count·able
/ˌʌnəˈkaʊntəbəl/ adj
formal
1 : not able to be explained : strange or mysterious

She has shown an unaccountable reluctance to accept their offer.

2 a : not required to explain actions or decisions
— usually + to

judges who are not elected and so are unaccountable to the public

He remains unaccountable to the voters.

2 b : not required to be responsible for something
— usually + for

Despite all the problems he has caused, he remains unaccountable for his mistakes.


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