Multiple choice softskills leadership awl something apparently contradictory in nature (that may nonetheless be true) pointed tool used for piercing of the influence of the mind on the body (esp. with respect to disease) tending to overthrow or ruin Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation An awl is a small, pointed tool used for piercing holes in leather, wood, or other materials. 'Pointed tool used for piercing' is the precise definition. It's similar to an ice pick but for craftwork.