Synonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 86:

• JAMB 2017

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
This event was a watershed in the company

A. Landmark
B. Blot
C. Publicity
D. Stain

Question 87:

• JAMB 2017

From the options, choose the word nearest in meaning to the underline word
By working hard, Benjamin outshone his elder brother instead of being ________

A. Overshadowed
B. Defeated
C. Demoted
D. Submerged

Question 88:

• JAMB 2017

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
Aisha impelled to the party

A. Compelled
B. Accompained
C. Authority
D. Finance

Question 89:

• JAMB 2017

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The children received gifts from doting parents

A. Nagging
B. Loving
C. Humble
D. Docile

Question 90:

• JAMB 2017

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
This case is within the jurisdiction of the council

A. Record
B. Prohibition
C. Authority
D. Finance