JAMB Use of English 1989 Question 28

Question 28

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics: The girl is very intelligent, but her jokes are rather outrageous.

  1. A.offensive
  2. B.courageous
  3. C.pleasant
  4. D.unwholesome
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (pleasant)

Explanation

Outrageous jokes shock and offend people; the opposite is pleasant.