JAMB Use of English 1994 Question 37

Question 37

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics: In the course of the debate, the speakers were advised to summarize their points

  1. A.argue
  2. B.develop
  3. C.round off
  4. D.round up
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (develop)

Explanation

To summarize is to cut points down to their essentials; to develop is to expand them.