JAMB Use of English 2002 Question 33

Question 33

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word in italics: Her phlegmatic temperament endears her to her friends

  1. A.stoic
  2. B.irritable
  3. C.lively
  4. D.cold
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (lively)

Explanation

A phlegmatic person is calm and unexcitable; the opposite is lively.