JAMB Use of English 1989 Question 26

Question 26

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics: The government is making concerted efforts at providing essential social facilities in the rural areas.

  1. A.dissipated
  2. B.unconcerned
  3. C.unsuccessful
  4. D.uncontrolled
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (dissipated)

Explanation

Concerted efforts are planned and made together with full force. Dissipated efforts are the opposite: scattered and wasted.