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JAMB Use of English 2005 Question 63

Question 63

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: His taciturnity amazed everyone in the court during the legal tussle

  1. A.obliviousness
  2. B.reticence
  3. C.sensibility
  4. D.pervasiveness
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (reticence)

Explanation

Taciturnity is the habit of saying very little; reticence means the same.