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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)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The videotape recorder was made obsolete by the introduction of the satellite dish.
A
antiquated
B
useless
C
fashionable
D
functional
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The underlined word "obsolete" means no longer in use, outdated, or no longer useful, usually because something newer or better has replaced it. Functional means working properly, useful, and in operation, which is directly opposite of obsolete.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10633)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
Segun is somebody who always follows his own inclinations?
A
impusles
B
aversions
C
dispositions
D
deviations
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
aversion is the feeling of repugnance (contradiction) towards something with a desire to avoid or turn from it. it is also a strong dislike or disinclination to an object, subject or point of view.
example;
"they made plain their aversion to the use of force"
synonyms:
dislike, opposition, contradiction, disinclination, abhorrence,
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10635)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The poor man is compelled to languish in his poverty-stricken situation?
A
luxuriate in
B
deteriorate in
C
suffer in
D
laugh at
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 #10637)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The engineers have been urged to make a prototype of the long-awaited Nigerian car.
A
specimen
B
original
C
copy
D
drawing
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
A prototype is an early or preliminary version of a product, used as a model to test concepts. The opposite of this would be the original or final version, as a prototype is not the finished product.
Specimen refers to an example or sample, which is similar in meaning to a prototype. Copy refers to a duplicate. Drawing refers to a sketch or design.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10639)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The young man's behavior showed that he was at the top of the tree?
A
at the highest position in his profession
B
confused
C
at a point of preparedness to show good example
D
arrogant
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 #10643)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning of the underlined word.
The chairman's reaction was a storm in a tree cup
A
situated for the occasion
B
less serious than it appeared to be
C
more serious than necessary
D
greatly diminished in scope
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The idiom "a storm in a teacup" (mistakenly written as tree cup in the question) means an exaggerated reaction to something insignificant. It suggests that the issue is less serious than it seems.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10646)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Do this job while I am away, but take your time?
A
be careful
B
be through
C
be fast
D
don't be in a hurry
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Take your time; means not to hurry.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10649)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1995
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The judge took issue with the counsel who complained of double standards?
A
agreed with
B
argued with
C
criticized
D
supported
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 #10652)