Tag: softskills

Discern means to recognize, perceive, or detect something with the senses or intellect. It involves the ability to judge or appraise things clearly. Option D correctly captures this meaning of recognizing and apprehending.

Hitherto is an adverb meaning 'until now' or 'up to this point in time'. It refers to the period leading up to the present moment. Options B, C, and D describe unrelated concepts.

Legacy refers to something handed down from the past, such as money, property, or traditions passed from one generation to another. Option A correctly captures this meaning of transmission or inheritance.

Behemoth refers to a creature or thing of monstrous size or power, often used to describe something enormous and overwhelming. It originates from a biblical creature. Option A correctly defines this term.

A prototype is the original form or model from which other forms are developed or copied. It serves as the first version or pattern for future items. Option A correctly captures this meaning.

Caveats are warnings or cautions that qualify or limit a statement. They point out potential problems or exceptions that need to be considered. Option A correctly defines this term.

Unnerve means to make someone nervous, anxious, or unsettled. It involves causing a loss of confidence or composure. Option A correctly captures this meaning.

Fug means to loll indoors in a stuffy atmosphere, describing the act of lounging about in a cramped, airless space. It's a rare word capturing the lethargic feeling of being indoors without fresh air. Option B is correct.

Falstaffian describes someone characterized by joviality and conviviality, named after Shakespeare's character Falstaff who was known for being merry, companionable, and fond of good food and drink. Option B is correct.

Laudable means praiseworthy or commendable, describing actions or qualities that deserve praise or admiration. It comes from the Latin root 'laudare' meaning 'to praise'. Option C is correct.