When People Engage in ________, They Use Their Words to Attack

question 29

Multiple Choice

When people engage in ________, they use their words to attack or demean those around them.

• A) verbal aggression
• B) linguistic assault
• C) high-dominance conflict
• D) powerful language

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Definitions:

Cynicism

A skeptical attitude or feeling of distrust toward the motives of others or the effectiveness of institutions.

Negative Affectivity

A personality trait characterized by the tendency to experience negative emotions and moods, such as anger, sadness, or guilt, more frequently and intensely than others.

Boundary Role

involves positions within an organization that require interaction with external environments, serving as a bridge between the internal operations and the outside world.

Occupational Stress

Describes the stress experienced by individuals due to job-related factors, including workload, work environment, or work-life balance issues.