JAMB Use of English 2008 Question 50

Question 50

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The speaker was rather bold in his presentation of the case

  1. A.unfair
  2. B.reserved
  3. C.ashamed
  4. D.formal.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (reserved)

Explanation

Bold means confident and daring; reserved means holding back, the opposite.