Multiple choice softskills leadership cloying unpleasantly dark family descent distasteful (because excessive) supposed Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Cloying describes something that is distasteful or unpleasant because it is excessive, overdone, or sickly sweet. It is often used for overly sentimental art, music, or writing, or for food that is so rich and sweet it becomes unappetizing.