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JAMB Use of English 1986 Question 32

Question 32

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underlined: The lotion recommended by the doctor soothed Okon's aching tooth.

  1. A.calmed
  2. B.extracted
  3. C.excited
  4. D.worsened
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (worsened)

Explanation

To soothe pain is to reduce it; to worsen it is the opposite.