JAMB Use of English 2007 Question 60

Question 60

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: Do not be discouraged by failure in life.

  1. A.overjoyed
  2. B.dissuaded
  3. C.actuated
  4. D.disoriented.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (actuated)

Explanation

To be discouraged is to lose the drive to act; to be actuated is to be moved or motivated to act.