Antonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 466:

• JAMB 2016

For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
Our son was highly active and exuberant

A. Subdued
B. Fulsome
C. Lively
D. Bright

Question 467:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The Major demanded an unalloyed and not a ____________ loyalty from his soldiers

A. Strict
B. Wavering
C. Clumsy
D. Alterable

Question 468:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The economist argued that the apparently inconsequential rise in the price of petrol had a ____________ effect on the cost of living

A. Capricious
B. Frivolous
C. Dangerous
D. Bright

Question 469:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The exotic bird looked resplendent; its bright plumage contrasted with the rather ____________ undergrowth

A. Immobile
B. Foreign
C. Bright
D. Drab

Question 470:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
I thought that the comments made by the Manager were quite innocuous but the chairman considered them ____________

A. Polite
B. Inappropriate
C. Antagonistic
D. Harmful