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UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The officer asked for a more temperate assessment of the matter.
A
extreme
B
moderate
C
radical
D
humane
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The underlined word "temperate" means mild, moderate or restrained. An opposite meaning would be something intense or excessive, which is best represented by "extreme".
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11236)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
There is much indifference in his behaviour?
A
concern
B
nonchalance
C
willingness
D
inconsistency
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 #11237)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
My brother married a loquacious woman.
A
quiet
B
noisy
C
talkative
D
beautiful
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Loquacious means very talkative or fond of talking. Quiet is the opposite; it means not inclined to talk much.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11239)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Most warring countries end up in a state of satiation.
A
hunger
B
thirst
C
danger
D
famine
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Satiation relates to a state of being fully satisfied, especially with food—that is, no longer hungry.
The opposite of this is hunger, which means a lack of food or the desire to eat.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11241)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Abdul is fond of his teacher though he sometimes makes derogatory remarks about him?
A
unpleasant
B
complimentary
C
expressive
D
inconsiderate
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 #11243)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The Minister has finally been dropped from the present cabinet because of his ignoble act.
A
criminal
B
ignorant
C
honourable
D
selfish
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "ignoble" refers to something dishonourable, base, or not deserving of respect.
A. criminal: This word is not the opposite of "ignoble." Some criminal acts are actually considered ignoble.
B. ignorant: "Ignorant" refers to a lack of knowledge or awareness, which is not the opposite of dishonourable behaviour. Option B is not the best opposite in this context.
C. honourable: This word is the most suitable opposite for "ignoble." "Honourable" refers to actions or behaviour that is characterized by integrity, fairness, and moral uprightness.
D. selfish: "Selfish" refers to prioritizing one's own interests over others, and it doesn't directly oppose the idea of dishonourable behaviour. Option D is not the best opposite.
Therefore, option C, "honourable," is the most appropriate choice as it directly contrasts with the dishonourable nature implied by "ignoble."
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11244)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
His cruelty to his mother defies logical explanation?
A
demands
B
offers
C
projects
D
precludes
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
defies means to openly resist or refuse to obey. offer on the other hand is an expression of readiness to do or give something if desired.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11245)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Orinya balances the pail on her head with accustomed ease?
A
convincing
B
surprising
C
unwary
D
unusual
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 #11247)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The lectures were advised to carry out a cursory survey of Nigerian languages.
A
detailed study
B
careful teching
C
careful description
D
partial consideration
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "cursory" means something done quickly and superficially, without paying much attention to detail. To find the opposite, we’re looking for an option that suggests thoroughness and attention to detail. A detailed study is the correct opposite. It means a thorough and in-depth examination.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11248)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
They attacked all regulations designed to emasculate student militancy?
A
condone
B
isolate
C
punish
D
strenghten
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 #11250)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The secretary runs down anybody that does not sing his praises?
A
hates
B
pleases
C
honours
D
discredits
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 #11251)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The tennis player surreptitiously swapped rackets after the first set?
A
openly retained
B
overtly exchanged
C
quietly surrendered
D
voilently swung
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 #11253)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
There is no point dissipating energy on a useless argument?
A
destroying
B
conserving
C
marshalling
D
storing
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 #11255)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
After the surgical operation, the doctor gave the indication that Mr. Idogo will pull through.
A
be maimed
B
survive
C
die
D
be revived
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The phrasal verb “pull through” means to recover or survive a serious illness or situation. So, if someone pulls through after surgery, they recover and stay alive. This opposite of this is to die.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11258)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1999
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Everyone, including the Principal, believed that he was very assiduous student?
A
assertive
B
industrious
C
aggressive
D
casual
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Assiduous" means showing great care, attention, and effort in one's work or duties. In this context, it describes someone who is diligent and hardworking. On the other hand, "casual" means relaxed, informal, or not taking something seriously. So, if everyone believed the student was very assiduous, the opposite would be that they believed he was not casual or not taking his responsibilities lightly.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11260)