Tag: softskills

As a noun, stint means a fixed amount of work, a specified period of time, or an allotted portion. It can also mean one's share or quota. The other options refer to different concepts entirely: pacifying, verbal abuse, or displaying knowledge pretentiously.

Dally means to waste time through indecision or to engage in flirtatious, playful behavior. The option 'to flirt; trifle with' accurately captures this dual meaning. Options like 'imprison' and 'lowest point' are completely unrelated to the word's definition.

Schism refers to a formal split or division within an organization or group, especially in religious, political, or social contexts. The option 'split; division' directly matches this definition. The other options describe qualities like certainty or respectability, which are unrelated to schism.

A tureen is a deep, covered dish used for serving soup, stew, or other liquid-based foods. This option correctly identifies the specific culinary purpose. 'Pistol case' and 'painting on plaster' refer to entirely different objects (a holster and fresco, respectively).

Belabor means to attack verbally, criticize repeatedly, or explain at tedious length. 'Assail verbally' captures this meaning of persistent verbal attack. 'Nourish', 'lower', and 'foster' are positive or neutral actions unrelated to belabor's negative, critical connotation.

An altercation is a noisy, heated argument or quarrel, often in public. 'Noisy quarrel' directly matches this definition. The other options are incorrect: 'put on' means to don clothing, and 'substance that dissolves another' describes a solvent.

Decrepitude refers to a state of physical deterioration, weakness, or collapse caused by advanced age or long illness. This option accurately describes the condition. 'Seize, commandeer' means to appropriate by force, and 'abnormal or deviant' refers to atypical behavior.

Nepotism is the practice of favoritism granted to relatives or friends, especially in business or politics, without regard for merit. 'Favoritism' directly matches this core meaning. 'Neophyte' means a beginner, 'like to try new stuff' describes novelty-seeking, and 'purify' means to cleanse.

Vulpine means fox-like, describing characteristics associated with foxes such as cunning, craftiness, or cleverness. This option correctly identifies the animal reference. 'Like a vampire', 'like a cat', and 'like a crow' are incorrect animal associations.

Hirsute means hairy or covered with hair, often used to describe excessive hairiness. This is the correct definition. 'Obligatory', 'strongly built', and 'fashionable' are unrelated qualities describing requirement, physical strength, and style respectively.