JAMB Use of English 2007 Question 49

Question 49

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: Lami and her husband are simply munificent.

  1. A.wealthy
  2. B.angry
  3. C.happy
  4. D.niggardly.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (niggardly.)

Explanation

Munificent means very generous; the opposite is niggardly (mean, stingy).