leadership Online Quiz - 78

Demeanor refers to a person's outward behavior, manner, or bearing - how they conduct themselves and appear to others. Option A correctly captures this meaning of observable behavior or conduct.

Demented means affected by dementia or showing signs of mental illness - effectively insane or mentally deranged. Option A correctly identifies this meaning of being mentally unsound or irrational.

A demerit is a fault or disadvantage - something that represents a negative quality or shortcoming. Option A correctly identifies the meaning of a flaw, defect, or negative point against someone or something.

Demise refers to death or the end of something - a person's death or the termination of existence. Option A correctly identifies this primary meaning of death or the final ending of life or function.

Demographic relates to the study of human populations, particularly their statistics, structure, and distribution. Option A correctly identifies that this term pertains to population characteristics, balance, and statistical analysis of groups.

Demolition means the action or process of deliberately destroying or tearing down a building or structure. Option A correctly captures this meaning of complete destruction or tearing down.

Demoniac or demoniacal means resembling or characteristic of a demon or evil spirit - fiendish, wicked, or cruel. Option A correctly identifies this meaning of being fiendish or having evil, cruel characteristics.

Demotic comes from Greek 'demotikos' meaning 'of or for the common people.' It refers to things relating to ordinary people rather than elites. Options B and C refer to 'centripetal' (center-seeking) and 'centrifugal' (center-fleeing), while D describes an apiary.

To demur is to object or raise doubts, especially due to scruples. It expresses reluctance or hesitation about proceeding. Option B describes a 'centurion' (Roman commander), C is 'badger' (to pester), while D relates to 'apiculture' (bee-keeping).

Demure describes someone (usually a woman or child) who is modest, reserved, and serious in demeanor or appearance. It suggests proper behavior and lack of showiness. Option B refers to 'cerebral' (intellectual), C is 'banter' (teasing), while D is a noun meaning composure.

Denigrate comes from Latin 'denigrare' meaning 'to blacken.' It means to criticize unfairly or treat as worthless, often targeting someone's reputation. Option B is a noun, C is a verb meaning to thwart, while D is an adjective meaning predictive.

A denizen is an inhabitant or resident of a particular place, whether animal, person, or plant. It implies regular presence in that location. Option B describes 'formal' behavior, C is 'harass' (to pester), while D refers to an 'apocryphal' story or legend.

A "denomination" is a recognized autonomous branch of a church or religious group. Distractors like "highest point" (zenith) or "certainty" (certitude) are incorrect.

Denotation is the literal or dictionary meaning of a word, as opposed to connotation (emotional associations). It's the objective definition. Option B could be 'stoppage,' C describes 'balk' behavior, while D refers to being 'apathetic' toward politics.

Dénouement (from French 'dénouer' - to untie) is the final part of a narrative where plot strands are resolved and loose ends are tied up. It's the climax resolution. Option B means to submit, C describes 'ballast,' while D refers to an 'apologist' for a cause.

To denounce is to publicly condemn or criticize something or someone, often formally and strongly. It implies declaring something as wrong or evil. Option B describes 'chafe' (warm by rubbing), C refers to an 'analgesic' (pain reliever), while D is a noun meaning a rhythmic movement.

To depict is to portray or represent someone or something in art or words. It involves showing or describing a subject. Option B describes 'dross' (worthless material), C refers to 'balmy' air, while D means an 'apostate' who abandons beliefs.

To deplete is to use up or reduce the supply of something significantly, often a resource. It means to empty or diminish. Option B, 'bantering,' describes playful teasing. With only two options, this is straightforward.

To deplore is to strongly disapprove of something or to feel deep regret about it. It conveys intense disappointment or condemnation. Option B describes 'vexation,' C refers to 'banter,' while D is a 'maxim' or pithy saying.

To deploy means to position or arrange troops or resources in a strategic formation for effective use. It can apply to military forces, equipment, or personnel. Option B is a 'chalice,' C is a typo for 'poison,' while D refers to 'deification' (elevation to godhood).