JAMB Use of English 2012 Question 57

Question 57

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: He was too petrified to give the closing remarks at the conference

  1. A.frightened
  2. B.delighted
  3. C.agitated
  4. D.happy
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (frightened)

Explanation

Petrified means so frightened that one cannot act.