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UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
Eze's skin now looks flabby as a result of his changed circumstances?
A
neat
B
firm
C
weak
D
oily
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 #10599)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
He and his lieutenants have been accused of remaining intransigent?
A
rigid
B
stubborn
C
compromising
D
popular
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "intransigent" refers to someone who is unwilling to compromise, stubborn, or resistant to change. Therefore, the opposite meaning would be someone who is willing to compromise, open to negotiation, or flexible. In this context, "compromising" (Option C) is the most suitable opposite, as it conveys a willingness to find a middle ground and make concessions, which contrasts with the intransigent behaviour described in the sentence.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10603)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
In the opinion of most observers, it was a disinterested decision?
A
neutral
B
impartial
C
biased
D
candid
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 #10604)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
We watch in wonder as she rattled away in that esoteric language?
A
inscrutable
B
familiar
C
secret
D
obscure
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 #10607)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
She was asked to swallow her pride and get busy.
A
be more realistic
B
eat up her own pride
C
be more insistent
D
be less proud
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Swallow in this regards means to decide to do something although it will make you feel embarrassed or ashamed.
The option that is option in meaning to swallow as used in the sentence above is option C. ie,
Be more insistent; insisting on or demanding something; not allowing refusal.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10608)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
Many species in creation have mutated over the years into new forms of life......?
A
stablized
B
manifested
C
transformed
D
standardized
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 #10611)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
His textile business deals are in gross?
A
wholesale
B
imported
C
retailed
D
exported
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Gross in this context means something that is large-scale, bulky, big, fat, great etc. the opposite of gross from the given options is retailed which means ''The sale of goods or commodities in small quantities directly to consumers''.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10612)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The government is initiating new effective programmes to boost production?
A
ending / enhance
B
rewiewing / renew
C
rearranging / increase
D
terminating / reduce
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 #10614)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The culprit unwittingly subjected himself to great humiliation?
A
cunningly
B
curiously
C
foolishly
D
subtly
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 #10615)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The masses are controlled by the whims and caprices of their rulers
A
wish
B
parochialism
C
will power
D
level-headedness
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
“Whims and caprices” means sudden, unpredictable changes in mood or behaviour—actions that are impulsive and not based on reason. Level-headedness is correct because it means calmness, rational thinking and good judgment.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10620)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
In his quest for solidarity, the party leader undertook a nation-wide tour?
A
unity
B
resistance
C
mobilization
D
re-organization
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 #10623)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
Our party is wielding potent political power?
A
assuming
B
renouncing
C
restoring
D
reappraising
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 #10624)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The ruler expects full allegiance from his subjects at all times?
A
obedience
B
homage
C
disloyalty
D
disaproval
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 #10626)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
In spite of many days of fasting, Musa is still fastidious about his food.
A
particular
B
undecided
C
indifferent
D
unmindful
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "fastidious" means very particular, fussy, or difficult to please, especially regarding details or cleanliness.
The opposite of fastidious would be "indifferent", which means not caring or being unconcerned about details.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10630)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The leader called for concerted efforts in order to get over the problems?
A
combined
B
definite
C
disparte
D
isolated
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 #10631)