JAMB Use of English 2011 Question 55

Question 55

Antonyms

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: His wife hates his garrulous atitude.

  1. A.outspoken
  2. B.unfriendly
  3. C.reticent
  4. D.thoughtful
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (reticent)

Explanation

Garrulous means talking too much. Reticent means saying very little, so it is the opposite.