JAMB Use of English 1983 Question 74

Question 74

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined expression: The ingenious scheme of the robber broke down because of the efficiency of the police officer. Ingenious here means

  1. A.suspicious
  2. B.ambitious
  3. C.deceitful
  4. D.clever
  5. E.stupid
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (clever)

Explanation

'Ingenious' means clever and inventive.