Synonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 536:

• JAMB 2020

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence
Our chief is very intelligent but he could be parochial in his judgements

A. Deep
B. Broad
C. Narrow-minded
D. Kind-hearted

Question 537:

• JAMB 2020

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence
I went through his work; it was gibberish

A. Meaningless
B. Meaningful
C. Brutal
D. Too simple

Question 538:

• JAMB 2020

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence
Coming late to work, according to Leonard, is inimical to the progress of the company

A. Harmful
B. Predominat
C. Unavoidable
D. Inevitable

Question 539:

• JAMB 2020

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence
If he declines the offer, it will be better for him.

A. Ignores
B. Denies
C. Snubs
D. Rejects

Question 540:

• JAMB 2021

choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the word(s) underlined.

Almost everyone she had worked with took advantage of her meekness

A. Gentleness
B. Weakness
C. Steadfastness
D. Generosity