JAMB Use of English 1991 Question 28

Question 28

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word in italics: The hostess greeted her guests in a very relaxed manner

  1. A.energetic
  2. B.athletic
  3. C.stiff
  4. D.perplexed
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (stiff)

Explanation

A relaxed manner is easy and informal; the opposite is stiff (formal and tense).