JAMB Use of English 2010 Question 43

Question 43

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The captain says sports is being debased by commercial sponsorship

  1. A.localized
  2. B.perverted
  3. C.elevated
  4. D.overvalued
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (elevated)

Explanation

Debased means lowered in quality or value; the opposite is elevated, raised up.