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UTME / JAMB 2002
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Her phlegmatic temperament endears her to her friends?
A
stoic
B
irritable
C
lively
D
cold
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
these are various meanings of phlegmatic
a. Having or suggesting a calm, sluggish temperament; unemotional or apathetic.
b. not easily excited to action or display of emotion; having a calm or apathetic temperament.. synonymes apathetic, stoic, cold-blooded, sluggish. Antonymes edgy, excitable.
LIVELY is therefore the opposite of phlegmatic from the options given above. it means to be;
a. Full of energy or alertness; vigorous or animated: a lively baby; lively eyes.
b. Characterized by much activity or excitement:
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11569)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The workers suddenly became restive?
A
fidgety
B
disorderly
C
submissive
D
calm
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option D.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11571)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The governor's visit is an unprecedented event in the history of the social club
A
a perfect
B
a momentous
C
an insignificant
D
an unnecessary
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "unprecedented" means something that has never happened before or is unparalleled in history. The option opposite in meaning to "unprecedented" in the sentence is insignificant. An "insignificant" event is one that is not noteworthy or remarkable, whereas "unprecedented" implies that the event is highly significant and unique in history.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11572)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The athlete has unexpectedly become indomitable?
A
weak
B
disoriented
C
unruly
D
unconquerable
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option A.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11573)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The evidence the leader gave was incontrovertible.
A
indulbitable
B
contestable
C
practicable
D
logical
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Incontrovertible means so clear and certain that it cannot be questioned, doubted or disputed. The option that is opposite in meaning should therefore suggest something that can be questioned or disputed. Contestable means open to dispute or argument. This is the direct opposite of incontrovertible.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11574)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
He gave an unsatisfactory excuse, but the boss swallowed it hook, line and sinker.
A
with a pinch of salt
B
completely
C
entirely
D
without mincing words
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The underlined phrase "swallowed it hook, line and sinker" means "believed it completely without questioning."
To find the opposite meaning, we need an option that suggests doubt or skepticism. The phrase "with a pinch of salt" means "to be skeptical or not believe something entirely."
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11575)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The hardline posture of the labour leader has not helped matters?
A
compromising
B
imposing
C
uncompromising
D
difficult
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option A.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11577)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Oral English: Stress, Rhymes & Intonation
Solution
Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from the others.
A
success
B
suffer
C
blackboard
D
calendar
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
success - /səkˈses/
suffer - /ˈsʌf.ə/
blackboard - /ˈblæk.bɔːd/
calender - /ˈkæl.ən.dər/
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11579)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The President gave another extemporaneous speech last Friday.
A
unprepared
B
fascinating
C
planned
D
unfavourable
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The key word is extemporaneous, which means spoken without preparation or impromptu. The opposite of something done without preparation is something carefully arranged or prepared beforehand. Therefore, planned is the direct antonym of extemporaneous.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11581)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Practicing medicine is not as lucrative as many people think?
A
know
B
understand
C
consider
D
assume
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option D.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11593)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
He is a stringer for a newspaper?
A
a financier of
B
an editor of
C
a freelancer for
D
a reporter for
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option C.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11599)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
I wish the commander were less adamant about his proposed reprisal attack on the enemy?
A
sentimental about / rehearsed
B
unyielding about / retailatory
C
supportive of / retributive
D
tolerant of / surprise
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11602)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Tortoises need cool climates and must have places where they can hibernate?
A
reproduce
B
hide at night
C
sleep deeply
D
relax
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option C.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11606)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The manager made disparaging remarks about the retiring officer?
A
rude
B
derogatory
C
parochial
D
cynical
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Disparaging" means expressing a negative or belittling opinion about someone or something. It implies criticism, scorn, or disrespect.
"Derogatory" has a similar meaning. If someone makes derogatory remarks, they are making statements that belittle or show a lack of respect for someone or something.
Therefore, in the context of the sentence, "derogatory" is the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word "disparaging" as both convey the idea of expressing negative and disrespectful opinions about someone.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11607)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2002
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The man outran his wife when they heard the eerie sound?
A
scary
B
hissing
C
harsh
D
loud
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option A.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11609)