Synonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 176:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:Our teacher seldom comes late to school

A. Very often
B. Always
C. Frequently
D. Hardly ever

Question 177:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:At the age of 80, Musa wished he could put the clock back.

A. Stop the clock
B. Put down the clock
C. Go back in time
D. Have more time

Question 178:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:The Director left his secret file to the Secretary in good faith

A. With proof
B. In anxiety
C. In anticipation
D. In trust

Question 179:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:The Chief approached the issue with convincing disinterestedness.

A. Lack of interest
B. Lack of personal interest
C. Inability to be interested
D. Unwillingness

Question 180:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:Nothing irritates the clerk more, than being assigned miscellaneous duties

A. Classified
B. Confidential
C. Unscheduled
D. Assorted