leadership Online Quiz - 105

Calculated means deliberately planned or done with intention and careful thought. Option C correctly captures this meaning of something that is purposefully planned out. The other options are unrelated: slowing down (A), detesting (B), or an act of will (D).

A cauldron (also spelled caldron) is a large metal pot or kettle, typically used for cooking or boiling. Option C correctly identifies this as a large kettle. The other options are unrelated terms: glassy residue from smelting (A), to dwell (B), or simultaneous discharge of shots (D).

Caliber refers to the quality of someone's character or the level of their ability and competence. Option C correctly captures this meaning of ability or capability. The other options are unrelated: satisfying thirst (A), wretched condition (B), or being fluent (D).

Calligraphy is the art of producing decorative, elegant handwriting or lettering. Option C correctly identifies this as beautiful or artistic writing. The other options are unrelated: defamation (A), renouncing upon oath (B), or having great volume (D).

Callous means emotionally hardened, insensitive, or unsympathetic; it can also refer to physically hardened skin. Option C correctly captures this meaning of being hardened or unfeeling. The other options are unrelated: hitting quickly with a hand (A), washing (B), or being sensual (D).

Callow describes someone who is young, inexperienced, or immature. Option C correctly identifies this as meaning youthful or inexperienced. The other options are unrelated: being hasty and careless (A), renunciation (B), or a mob (D).

A callus is an area of thickened, hardened skin that forms from repeated friction or pressure. Option C correctly describes this as an area of thick hard skin. The other options are unrelated: killing animals for food (A), a dwelling place (B), or having rabies (D).

Calorific relates to the production of heat or having heat-producing properties, especially regarding the energy value of food. Option C correctly identifies this as heat-producing. The other options are unrelated: being like a slave (A), to cancel (B), or rabies (D).

Calumny is the making of false, malicious statements about someone to damage their reputation. Option C correctly captures this as malicious misrepresentation or slander. The other options are unrelated: being shabby and dirty (A), detestable (B), or a story-teller (D).

Camaraderie describes mutual trust, friendship, and goodwill among people who spend time together. Option C correctly identifies this as good-fellowship. The other options are unrelated: a large sled (A), to loathe (B), or a lottery (D).

Cameo is a shell or jewel carved in relief, creating a raised design against a contrasting background. It's a small artistic carving. Smooth and shining, being first, and scrap of cloth are unrelated.

A 'camp' can mean a group of people united by shared beliefs or interests, like 'political camp' or 'ideological camp.' The other options are unrelated: A describes a dark horse success, D describes a ragged appearance.

A canard is an unfounded false rumor or hoax story. Options A, B, and D are unrelated: A describes a sled, B means abrasion, D means to complain harshly.

Burlesque means to give an imitation that ridicules or mocks through exaggeration. Options A, B, and D are unrelated: A means frank, B means terrible, D means sharp or cutting.

To burnish means to make something shiny by rubbing or polishing it. Options A, B, and D are wrong: A means to run faster than, B means to place a curse on, D means established customs.

A bust is a sculpture showing a person's head, shoulders, and upper chest. The other options are unrelated: A means to deceive, B means to implement, D means a funeral home.

A buttress is a support structure, typically a brick or stone wall that supports a building. Options A, B, and D are unrelated: A means applause, B means an executioner, D means expiring.

Buxom means full-bosomed or having a full, plump figure. Options A, B, and D are incorrect: A means dominating, B means perspective, D means bad-tempered.

A cabal is a small group of people secretly united to promote their own interests, usually political. Options A, B, and D are wrong: A describes a small boat, B is incomplete, D means mentally disturbing.

A cache is a hiding place for storing items. Options A, B, and D are unrelated: A means to scan, B means to make uncomfortable, D means insulting.