JAMB Use of English 1990 Question 49

Question 49

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: Tom's aberrant behaviour attracted attention.

  1. A.rascally
  2. B.selfish
  3. C.heady
  4. D.abnormal
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Answer: D (abnormal)

Explanation

'Aberrant' means departing from what is normal, i.e. abnormal.