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JAMB Use of English 1999 Question 90

Question 90

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The tennis player surreptitiously swapped rackets after the first set

  1. A.openly retained
  2. B.overtly exchanged
  3. C.quietly surrendered
  4. D.violently swung
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (openly retained)

Explanation

'Surreptitiously swapped' means secretly exchanged; the opposite of both parts is 'openly retained'.