Synonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 436:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The doctor tried to soothe the patient before the operation?

A. Examine
B. Treat
C. Calm
D. Induce

Question 437:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The charge brought against my brother was hardly tenable?

A. Sensible
B. Defensible
C. Meaningful
D. Flimsy

Question 438:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The man described his son a a wilful character?

A. Wicked
B. Obstinate
C. Wild
D. Tricky

Question 439:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Our teacher described Agbo's story as a phantom?

A. Scary
B. Realistic
C. Fanciful
D. Interesting

Question 440:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
I find the way she approaches her customers quite repugnant?

A. Unpleasant
B. Attractive
C. Ungodly
D. Encouraging