JAMB Use of English 1990 Question 36

Question 36

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word in italics: His antipathy to religious ideas makes him unpopular.

  1. A.remedy
  2. B.consciousness
  3. C.hostility
  4. D.receptiveness
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (receptiveness)

Explanation

Antipathy is a strong dislike or hostility; the opposite is being open and welcoming, 'receptiveness'.