JAMB Use of English 2009 Question 61

Question 61

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: There must be something sinister about her late arrival

  1. A.reasonable
  2. B.joyful
  3. C.hopeful
  4. D.ominous.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (ominous.)

Explanation

Sinister means suggesting something bad or evil, the same as ominous.