JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 44

Question 44

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: It was an inopportune moment for you to make that suggestion

  1. A.an ideal
  2. B.a wrong
  3. C.an exact
  4. D.a sad
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (an ideal)

Explanation

'Inopportune' means badly timed; the opposite is an ideal (well-timed) moment.