leadership Online Quiz - 87

A contusion is a medical term for a bruise, which is an injury to underlying tissue without breaking the skin. 'Bruise' is the correct meaning. The other options are unrelated.

A conundrum is a confusing and difficult problem or question, often used to describe a riddle or puzzle. This matches the option provided. The other choices refer to a wanderer or something contemptible.

To convene means to come together for a meeting or assembly, often for a specific purpose. 'Come together' correctly captures this meaning. The other options refer to chance events or sinking ships.

A convention is a way in which something is usually done, or a social custom or practice. 'Social or moral custom' correctly identifies this meaning. The other options refer to wandering or being sordid.

Conventional means following traditional or accepted standards, often resulting in something ordinary or commonplace. 'Ordinary' correctly captures this meaning. The other options describe vanity or burning.

Converge means to come together from different directions and approach a common point, or to tend toward a meeting point. Option C 'approach' is the closest correct definition among the choices. The distractors are unrelated: boastful and self-admiration describe personality traits, while enhancing flavor is a cooking concept.

Conversant means familiar with, well-acquainted, or knowledgeable about something through experience or study. Option C is the correct definition. Don't confuse this with 'conversation' (talking) or 'conversing' - the word here is about familiarity, not speech.

Converse as an adjective means opposite, reversed, or contrary in position, direction, or order. Option C 'opposite' is correct. For example, 'the converse effect' means the opposite effect. The other options refer to farewells or seasons, which are unrelated.

As a noun, convert means someone who has adopted a different religion, opinion, or belief system. Option C is correct. Don't confuse this with the verb 'to convert' (to change). The other options are unrelated personality or descriptive traits.

Convex means curving outward or having a surface that curves outward like the exterior of a sphere. Option C is the correct geometric definition. The other options refer to validation, withdrawal, or logical persuasion - all unrelated to shape.

Conveyance means a vehicle or means of transportation, or the act of conveying (transporting). Option C 'vehicle' is the correct definition in this context. The other options are personality traits or actions unrelated to transportation.

Convoke means to call together, summon, or convene people for a meeting or assembly. Option C 'call together' is correct. This is a formal term often used for official gatherings. The distractors refer to advantage, sect membership, or forerunners - all unrelated.

Convolution means the state of being coiled or twisted around, or something complex and intricate. Option C 'coiled around' captures one correct meaning of this term. The other options refer to liveliness, worldliness, or strategic positions - unrelated to coiling.

Convulsion means a sudden, violent, irregular movement of the body or a part, typically caused by illness, seizure, or shock. Option C correctly describes this medical symptom. The other options refer to evaporation, composure, or lack of liveliness - all incorrect.

Conviction means a formal declaration by a court that someone is guilty of a crime (legal sense), or a firmly held belief (general sense). Option C matches the legal definition. The distractors refer to mythical creatures, concealment, or bravery - all incorrect.

Convivial means enjoying company, sociable, and pleasantly merry or festive. Option C 'pleasantly merry' is the correct definition. The word comes from 'convivium' (feast). The other options refer to forerunners, religious groups, or mythical creatures - all unrelated.

Cordial means warmly friendly, pleasant, and showing genuine warmth in manner. Option C is the correct definition. The word can also refer to a fruit liqueur, but in this context it describes friendliness. The distractors are unrelated to personality.

A cordon is a line or barrier of people, police officers, or soldiers that prevents access to an area. It can also refer to a physical barrier like a line of fortifications. Option A describes a vassal in feudalism, option B refers to diligent behavior, and option D describes varnish.

A cornice is a horizontal, projecting molding that crowns the top of a wall or building, typically above columns or pillars. It's an architectural feature that serves both decorative and functional purposes. Options A and B are unrelated terms, while option D incorrectly describes a vassal.

A cornucopia, also known as the 'horn of plenty,' is a symbol of abundance represented by a horn-shaped container overflowing with fruits, grains, and flowers. In mythology, it could provide unlimited nourishment. Options A and B are incorrect definitions, while D refers to a different word.