JAMB Use of English 2010 Question 45

Question 45

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The crowd was very receptive to the speaker's suggestion

  1. A.disobedient
  2. B.repellent
  3. C.alert
  4. D.hostile
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (hostile)

Explanation

A receptive crowd is willing and open to an idea; a hostile crowd is against it.