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JAMB Use of English 2011 Question 59

Question 59

Antonyms

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: 'I do not trust him', he said, in a rare moment of candour.

  1. A.reproach
  2. B.dishonesty
  3. C.frankness
  4. D.fairness
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (dishonesty)

Explanation

Candour is being open and honest in what you say. Its opposite is dishonesty. 'Frankness' means the same as candour.