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English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The University has a large intake, very few ________ take place
A
turnouts
B
rejections
C
explusions
D
obstructions
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
intake means the people taken into an organisation. Rejection is directly opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56687)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
Rather than make derogatory remarks about the host, a guest should make ________ ones
A
polite
B
complimentary
C
interesting
D
honest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Derogatory implies 'to lessen one's value'. However, complimentary is an expression of praise.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56688)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
Our mechanised services contrast sharply with the _________ operative we had before
A
electrical
B
controlled
C
original
D
manual
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
'Mechanised' expresses 'the use of machines'. Manual implies 'the application of hand'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56689)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
After Ade had listened to some advice, his rigid ideas became more ______________
A
friendly
B
compromising
C
flexible
D
democratic
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
'Rigid' is the opposite of the word ''Flexible'. Rigid implies unbending as opposed to Flexible which means 'capable of being bent'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56690)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The policies of this government favour the elite rather than the _______________
A
masses
B
oppressed
C
public
D
unemployed
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Elite implies a special class of people or a selected group with superior status. Public means 'the people in general', however, masses gives a more defined group which implies 'the lower classes of persons'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56691)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
God opposes the proud and rewards the _________
A
poor
B
honest
C
humble
D
faithful
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Humble is the opposite of the adjective 'Proud'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56692)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The pilot says that it is easier to take off from the airport than to ___________ on the tarmac
A
land
B
come down
C
alight
D
drop
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
'Land' in this context simply means ' to descend to a surface' This is an antonym of 'Take off' which means 'to leave the ground'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56693)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
Although Chide's manners are quite refined , his colleagues are rather ___________
A
bold
B
crude
C
hostile
D
rash
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Refined implies to purify or to be free from impurities. Option B; crude, is a direct opposite to the word 'refine'' which means being in a natural state.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56694)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
I am quite outspoken but my brother is __________
A
dumb
B
indolent
C
taciturn
D
modest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Outspoken means speaking freely or openly. However, Taciturn means reserved in speech.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56695)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
A guest should not make derogatory remarks about what he is offered by his host but __________ statements.
A
candid
B
appealing
C
polite
D
complimentary
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "derogatory" means expressing a low opinion or showing disrespect. The opposite would be a word that conveys praise or approval. Complimentary means expressing praise, which is the direct opposite of "derogatory".
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #58755)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2020
English Grammar
From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The audience applauded the last speaker, but the first was
A
booed
B
rejected
C
abused
D
scorned
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 #58756)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The commander said that raw recruits could not dislodge the enemies: he needed______ men.
A
skilled
B
practical
C
learned
D
seasoned
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The sentence contrasts raw recruits (inexperienced soldiers) with the type of men the commander actually needs. “Seasoned men” means experienced, skilled and well-trained soldiers, which is the best opposite of raw recruits.
So the completed sentence becomes:
The commander said that raw recruits could not dislodge the enemies; he needed seasoned men.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #58757)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2020
English Grammar
From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
John gave a fictitious account of the incident but his son's account was_______
A
probable
B
compelling
C
factual
D
necessary
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 #58758)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2020
English Grammar
Solution
From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
While the refuse dump smelled fetid, the orchard exuded a_______Smell.
A
fragrant
B
spicy
C
clean
D
dry
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the given sentence, the underlined word "fetid" describes a refuse dump that has a foul or unpleasant odour. The orchard has a different, more pleasant smell. The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "fetid" and appropriately describes a pleasant smell is "fragrant" which means it has a sweet or pleasing aroma.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #58759)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2020
English Grammar
From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Only some of the accused were acquitted: the rest were________
A
remanded
B
convicted
C
detained
D
interdicted
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 #58760)