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UTME / JAMB 2013
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In each of this question choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
The accused was eventually convicted
A
consequently
B
subsequently
C
finally
D
lnitially
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Eventually; in the end, especially after a long delay, dispute, or series of problems.
Initially; means at first
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30513)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In each of this question choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
The plebs can be found in every society of the world
A
Elite
B
Middle class
C
Politicians
D
Masses
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
plebs; an ordinary person, especially one from the lower social classes.
Elite; a select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities to the rest of a group or society.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30514)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In each of this question choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
Everyone's condition was appalling
A
cloudy
B
pleasant
C
complex
D
simple
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Appalling; very bad; awful.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30515)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In each of this question choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
The war against malaria keeps waxing
A
Decreasing
B
increasing
C
wavering
D
happening
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
waxing; to grow larger or stronger.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30517)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In each of this question choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
The man's mordant wit is apparent to the entire village
A
scathing
B
caustic
C
withering
D
kind
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Mordant; having or showing a sharp or critical quality; to be bitter or caustic,
kind;showing empathy
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30518)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In each of this question choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
The soldiers tried in their dogged defence of the city
A
strong
B
indestructible
C
classical
D
indifferent
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Dogged; is being relentless, purposeful, persistent and not giving up easily.
Indifferent; having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30520)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Answer the following question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
Ayodeji is an ardent support of education for the girl child
A
a cogent
B
a passionate
C
an lgnorant
D
an optimistic
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Ardent; very enthusiastic or passionate.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30535)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Answer the following question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The scholar's epitaph was demolished
A
embodiment
B
farmland
C
book
D
monument
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Epitaph; a phrase or form of words written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an inscription on a tombstone.
Monument; is a statue or other structure placed over a grave in memory of the dead.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30538)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Answer the following question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
Mohammed does his work with so much ardour
A
discouragement
B
knowledge
C
indifference
D
enthusiasm
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Ardour; great enthusiasm or passion.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30541)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Answer the following question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
The athlete is proud to be in the vanguard of sports development
A
leading position
B
destructive position
C
emerging position
D
unforgettable position
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
If someone is in the vanguard of something, they are involved in the most advanced part of it. It simply means, "front guard''
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30545)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Answer the following question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined
Nwankwo was on the verge of signing a two year contract with the club
A
brink
B
summit
C
height
D
shore
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Verge; To be at the extreme end or edge of something.
Brink; the extreme edge of something happening
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30549)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Answer the question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The lamb is a feeble little animal
A
loving
B
weak
C
fat
D
quiet
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Feeble; in this context means, lacking physical strength. Being weak
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30578)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Answer the question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
I am tired of your eternal argument
A
constant
B
useless
C
open
D
strong
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Eternal; lasting or existing forever; without end. Endless, constant
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30579)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Answer the question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The actress screamed when she noticed an object behind her
A
weded in
B
stormed out
C
wailed
D
protested
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
scream; to give a long, loud, piercing cry or cries expressing extreme emotion or pain.
Wail; make a prolonged high-pitched sound or cry
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30580)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2013
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Answer the question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The exhibition was an eye opener to all
A
style
B
examination
C
dispatch
D
display
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Exhibition; a public display of works of art or items of interest, held in an art gallery or museum or at a trade fair.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #30581)