JAMB Use of English 2004 Question 86

Question 86

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: It is a misnomer to call three thousand naira a living wage.

  1. A.an incontrovertible assertion
  2. B.an appropriate term
  3. C.a wrong description
  4. D.a mishmash
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (a wrong description)

Explanation

A misnomer is a wrong or unsuitable name for something.