JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 45

Question 45

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: He devoted too much time to the peripheral aspects

  1. A.unimportant
  2. B.superficial
  3. C.minor
  4. D.main
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (main)

Explanation

'Peripheral' means on the edge, not central; the opposite is main.