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JAMB Use of English 2007 Question 39

Question 39

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The noise across the road drowned the sound of the keyboard in my room.

  1. A.neutralized
  2. B.overshadowed
  3. C.balanced
  4. D.equalized.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (overshadowed)

Explanation

A louder noise that drowns a sound overpowers it so that it cannot be heard; 'overshadowed' expresses this.