Antonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 476:

• 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 policies of this government favour the elite rather than the ____________

A. Masses
B. Oppressed
C. Public
D. Unemployed

Question 477:

• 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.
God opposes the proud and rewards the ____________

A. Poor
B. Honest
C. Humble
D. Faithful

Question 478:

• 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 pilot says that it is easier to take off from the airport than to ____________ on the tarmac

A. Land
B. Come down
C. Alight
D. Drop

Question 479:

• 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.
Although Chide's manners are quite refined, his colleagues are rather ____________

A. Bold
B. Crude
C. Hostile
D. Rash

Question 480:

• 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 am quite outspoken but my brother is ____________

A. Dumb
B. Indolent
C. Taciturn
D. Modest