Synonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 181:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:It is of fundamental importance that one sleeps properly.

A. Undisputed
B. Basic
C. Special
D. Least

Question 182:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:I know you've been eaves-dropping all along.

A. Dropping gently
B. Paying attention
C. Listening secretly
D. Dropping all the leaves

Question 183:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:She showed an affected interest in the game.

A. Real
B. Pretended
C. Concerned
D. Slight

Question 184:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:I would not like you to do the work piecemeal

A. At meal time
B. Bit by bit
C. Badly
D. As a masterpiece

Question 185:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:I think i'll like to reiterate the points earlier made.

A. Withdraw
B. Change
C. Challenge
D. Repeat