JAMB Use of English 2003 Question 98

Question 98

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: There was a glut of oil on the market

  1. A.an abundance of
  2. B.an increase in
  3. C.a variety of
  4. D.an accumulation of
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Answer: A (an abundance of)

Explanation

A glut is an oversupply, that is, an abundance of something.