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Comparative for responsible or to blame, especially legally
“It was held that the defendants were negligent in letting the key be taken and that they were prima facie liable for the plaintiff's loss.”
Comparative for likely to do or be something
“He is liable to flee as soon as he is detected.”
Comparative for vulnerable to an undesirable event or situation
“Most insurers have announced that they will continue to hold cover for existing customers in areas liable to flooding, but the premiums could still rise.”
Comparative for susceptible to being attacked or compromised
Comparative for having a greater-than-even chance of occurring
Comparative for being naturally susceptible to weaknesses or error
Comparative for having been accused of doing something, especially in a court of law
Comparative for being at the mercy of
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