liable
adjective
1. at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant
- she is liable to forget
2. subject to legal action
- liable to criminal charges
Similar word(s): nonexempt
3. (often followed by `to') likely to be affected with
- liable to diabetes
Similar word(s): susceptible, nonimmune, nonresistant, unresistant
4. held legally responsible
- men between the ages of 18 and 35 were liable for military service
Similar word(s): responsible
Sentences with liable as an adjective:
- The surety is liable for the debt of his principal.
- Someone is liable to slip on your icy sidewalk.