JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 72

Question 72

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The young man who distributed political pamphlets on campus was promptly repudiated

A.disowned
B.arrested
C.warned
D.killed

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (disowned)

Explanation

To repudiate someone is to reject or disown them.