JAMB Use of English 1995 Question 33

Question 33

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: He and his lieutenants have been accused of remaining intransigent

  1. A.rigid
  2. B.stubborn
  3. C.compromising
  4. D.popular
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (compromising)

Explanation

'Intransigent' means refusing to change one's position; the opposite is compromising.