JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 62

Question 62

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The lady who won the beauty contest had a good gait.

  1. A.stature
  2. B.figure
  3. C.elegance
  4. D.carriage
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (carriage)

Explanation

Gait is the way a person walks; 'carriage' means the way one holds and moves one's body.