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JAMB Use of English 2002 Question 32

Question 32

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word in italics: The chairman's conduct redounds to the image of the company

  1. A.assists in
  2. B.reflects on
  3. C.contributes
  4. D.detracts from
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (detracts from)

Explanation

To redound to something is to add to it or benefit it; to detract from is to take away from it.