Tag: softskills

Doctrinaire means rigidly applying a doctrine or theory without practical flexibility or willingness to compromise. Option A precisely captures this inflexible adherence to doctrine. Option B describes 'concentric', C describes 'contuse', and D describes 'asperity' or harshness.

Doctrine refers to a set of beliefs, principles, or teachings held and taught by a group, institution, or individual. Option A correctly identifies this as general teachings or principles. Option B describes 'inception', C describes 'impact', and D describes a 'sextant'.

To document means to provide written evidence or proof to support a claim or position. For example, you document expenses with receipts or document an experiment with detailed lab notes. The other options (mutually agreed, blunt, crude cabin) are unrelated to this meaning of providing written proof.

To doff means to take off or remove something, especially clothing or a hat. It's the opposite of 'don' (to put on). The phrase 'doff your hat' means to politely remove your hat as a gesture of respect. The other options (reconciling, rustic, slight difference) are unrelated to this action.

Dogged describes someone who shows determination and persistence, refusing to give up despite obstacles. Like a dog that won't let go of a bone, a dogged person is unrelenting in pursuit of their goal. A 'dogged effort' means you kept trying despite difficulties.

Doggerel refers to poorly written, irregular verse or poetry that lacks artistic merit. It's crude, comic, or trivial verse, often with forced or clumsy rhymes. Unlike formal poetry, doggerel is intentionally or unintentionally bad poetry. The other options (secret meeting, stupid person, ruin) are unrelated.

Dogmatic means being opinionated and inclined to lay down principles as undeniably true, without accepting any other viewpoints. It comes from 'dogma' (a belief or set of beliefs considered authoritative). Unlike 'decisive' (making firm choices), dogmatic people reject debate and insist their beliefs are facts.

Dolorous means sorrowful or full of grief and sadness. It comes from the Latin root 'dolor' (pain), which you might recognize from Spanish. A dolorous expression shows deep sadness or pain. The other options (accompanying, protruding part, wood shaving) are unrelated to this emotional term.