JAMB Use of English 1992 Question 32

Question 32

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word in italics: Language teachers believe that grammar exercises stretch the mind

  1. A.expand
  2. B.ruin
  3. C.enrich
  4. D.restrict
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (restrict)

Explanation

To stretch the mind is to expand it; the opposite is to restrict (limit) it.