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JAMB Use of English 2000 Question 70

Question 70

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The Principal told the teacher to stop browbeating the children

  1. A.pampering
  2. B.bullying
  3. C.deceiving
  4. D.caning
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (bullying)

Explanation

To browbeat is to frighten someone with threats, i.e. bully them.