JAMB Use of English 1995 Question 39

Question 39

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The government is initiating new effective programmes to boost production

A.ending/enhance
B.reviewing /renew
C.rearranging/increase
D.terminating/reduce

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (terminating/reduce)

Explanation

'Initiating' (starting) programmes to 'boost' production is the opposite of terminating programmes and reducing production.