Antonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 21:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

The Journalist said he was working freelance

A. Tireless
B. Without pay
C. Satisfactory
D. Dependently

Question 22:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

The Flying Eagles put up a plucky defence against their opponents

A. Strong
B. Weak
C. Careless
D. Tactful

Question 23:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

We found a shady place for the display

A. An open
B. An unsafe
C. A stuffy
D. An enclosure

Question 24:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

Our principal took exception to the ignoble role the teacher played in the matter

A. Embarrassing
B. Honourable
C. Extraordinary
D. Dishonourable

Question 25:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

The severity of the harmattan helped me to complete my writing assignment in record time because i had no choice but to lock myself indoors

A. Warmth
B. Mindless
C. Moderation
D. Leniency