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JAMB Use of English 1987 Question 51

Question 51

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrases in italics: She showed an affected interest in the game.

  1. A.real
  2. B.pretended
  3. C.concerned
  4. D.slight
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (pretended)

Explanation

'Affected' here means artificial or put on for show, so an affected interest is a pretended one.