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JAMB Use of English 1990 Question 47

Question 47

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: What he received from the visitor was invaluable.

  1. A.priceless
  2. B.worthless
  3. C.valueless
  4. D.costly
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (priceless)

Explanation

'Invaluable' does not mean 'without value'; it means so valuable that it cannot be priced, i.e. priceless.