JAMB Use of English 2002 Question 57

Question 57

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word in italics: Let us not indulge in recrimination

  1. A.indictment
  2. B.accusation
  3. C.counter-accusation
  4. D.unfounded allegation.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (counter-accusation)

Explanation

Recrimination is accusing someone in return for their accusation, i.e. counter-accusation.