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JAMB Use of English 2009 Question 37

Question 37

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The boy is too indolent to do well at school.

  1. A.intelligent
  2. B.industrious
  3. C.inactive
  4. D.slothful.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (industrious)

Explanation

Indolent means lazy; the opposite is industrious, meaning hard-working.