JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 39

Question 39

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: Mrs. Kofi is very provocative in her style of dressing

  1. A.modest
  2. B.happy
  3. C.angry
  4. D.beautiful
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (modest)

Explanation

Provocative dressing is meant to attract attention, often indecently; the opposite is modest.