JAMB Use of English 2011 Question 56

Question 56

Antonyms

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: 'Agoshito is a callow youth', said the teacher

  1. A.an ignorant
  2. B.an experienced
  3. C.an idel
  4. D.an organized
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (an experienced)

Explanation

Callow means young and inexperienced, so the opposite is experienced.