Definition

1. Noun:
   • The duties and obligations expected of a member of a society or state: "Civic responsibility" refers to the actions and behaviors that individuals are expected to demonstrate as good citizens for the benefit of their community and country.

Usage

• Civic responsibility is an uncountable noun phrase. It describes a general concept or category of duties. It is often used in discussions about citizenship, ethics, and social studies.
• It is commonly preceded by verbs like , , , , or .
• Example:

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "A sense of civic responsibility": A personal feeling of duty towards one's community.
  • The campaign sought to raise a sense of civic responsibility regarding environmental protection.
• "To shirk/avoid one's civic responsibility": To neglect or evade one's duties as a citizen.
  • Refusing to vote is often seen as shirking one's civic responsibility.

Variants and Related Words

• Civic duty (noun phrase): Often used interchangeably with "civic responsibility," though "duty" can imply a more formal or legal obligation.
  • Jury service is a civic duty, not just a choice.
• Civic-minded (adjective): Describes a person who is concerned with the well-being of their community.
  • She is a very civic-minded individual who organizes neighborhood clean-ups.

Synonyms

• Social responsibility: Emphasizes obligations to society at large, sometimes beyond strict citizenship.
• Citizenship: Can refer to the status of being a citizen, but also encompasses the associated rights and responsibilities.

Related Phrases

• Civic engagement (noun phrase): Active participation in the public life of a community to improve conditions for others.
  • The forum encouraged greater civic engagement among young people.
• Civic virtue (noun phrase): The cultivation of habits and personal qualities that are important for the success of the community.
  • Honesty and public service are considered civic virtues.

Noun

1. the responsibilities of a citizen