JAMB Use of English 2006 Question 95

Question 95

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The chief said he would use the power inherent in his office to stop the celebration

  1. A.unrelated to
  2. B.common to
  3. C.allotted to
  4. D.impervious to
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (unrelated to)

Explanation

Power inherent in an office is part of it by nature; the opposite is unrelated to it.