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JAMB Use of English 2012 Question 46

Question 46

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The economist concluded that several factors have been adduced to explain the fall in the birth rate.

  1. A.affirmed
  2. B.diffused
  3. C.mentioned
  4. D.refuted
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (refuted)

Explanation

To adduce is to put forward as evidence; to refute is to reject or disprove.