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Multiple choice softskills leadership

didactic

  1. (of speech or writing) intended to teach a moral lesson

  2. having to do with citizens

  3. deprived of (someone beloved through death)

  4. invioably sacred
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Explanation

Didactic describes speech or writing that is intended to teach, instruct, or impart a moral lesson. It comes from Greek 'didaktikos' (teaching). Option A is the correct definition.

Multiple choice softskills leadership

die

  1. metal block used for shaping metal or plastic

  2. having foresight

  3. state of being deprived of something valuable or beloved

  4. inclined to cruelty
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Explanation

In manufacturing, a die is a specialized tool used to cut, shape, or stamp materials like metal or plastic. This is different from the common meaning 'to cease living.' Option A is correct.

Multiple choice softskills leadership

diffidence

  1. shyness

  2. climb by crawling with difficulties

  3. deprived of (something valuable)

  4. Scandinavian myth
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Explanation

Diffidence means shyness, modesty, or lack of self-confidence when dealing with others. It comes from Latin 'diffidentia' (lack of trust in oneself). Option A is correct.

Multiple choice softskills leadership

diffuse

  1. wordy

  2. loud continous noise

  3. mad with violent anger

  4. wise
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Explanation

When applied to speech or writing, diffuse means wordy, rambling, or spread out without clear concentration. The primary meaning is 'spread out' or 'dispersed,' which in communication becomes wordiness. Option A is correct in this context.

Multiple choice softskills leadership

dignitary

  1. person of high rank or position

  2. secret

  3. beg

  4. person celebrated for wisdom
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Explanation

A dignitary is a person who holds a high rank, office, or position of honor in society or an organization. It comes from 'dignity,' implying high status. Option A is the correct definition.

Multiple choice softskills leadership

digression

  1. wandering away from the subject

  2. loud resounding noise

  3. harass or trouble from all directions

  4. lascivious
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Explanation

A digression occurs when someone wanders away from the main subject or topic being discussed. Option A correctly identifies this meaning. The other options describe unrelated concepts: loud noise (B), harassment (C), and inappropriate behavior (D).

Multiple choice softskills leadership

dilapidated

  1. falling to pieces

  2. strike the palms of the hands together with a sudden explosive sound

  3. surround with armed forces

  4. prominent
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Explanation

Dilapidated means falling to pieces or in a state of disrepair, typically describing buildings or structures. Option A is correct. The other options refer to clapping (B), military action (C), and being noticeable (D).

Multiple choice softskills leadership

dilate

  1. expand

  2. striker (tongue) of a bell

  3. soil

  4. salty
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Explanation

Dilate means to expand, widen, or become wider. Option A correctly defines this term. The other options refer to bell parts (B), earth/ground (C), and taste (D).

Multiple choice softskills leadership

dilatory

  1. delaying

  2. shrill, trumpetlike sound

  3. beastlike

  4. (of the skin) yellowish and unhealthy-looking
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Explanation

Dilatory means characterized by delay or procrastination - tending to delay or slow down. Option A is correct. The distractors are unrelated terms: sound (B), animal-like (C), and skin appearance (D).

Multiple choice softskills leadership

dilemma

  1. situation that requires a choice between equally unfavorable options

  2. hold firmly within arms

  3. confer

  4. healthful
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
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Explanation

A dilemma is a situation requiring a choice between equally unfavorable alternatives - often called a 'catch-22.' Option A precisely captures this meaning. Options B, C, and D describe physical acts or positive qualities unrelated to dilemmas.