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JAMB Use of English 1988 Question 44

Question 44

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) in italics: The popularity of the slogan is beginning to wane.

  1. A.wear
  2. B.slide
  3. C.thin out
  4. D.decline
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Answer: D (decline)

Explanation

To wane is to become gradually smaller or weaker, i.e. to decline.