JAMB Use of English 1979 Question 71

Question 71

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words: He has a big heart but he inept at following a witty conversation

  1. A.large
  2. B.huge
  3. C.warm
  4. D.placid
  5. E.fragile
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (warm)

Explanation

A big-hearted person is kind, generous and loving, so 'warm' is closest.