JAMB Use of English 2012 Question 60

Question 60

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: Mariam looks rather furtive to Shehu.

  1. A.intoxicated
  2. B.unfriendly
  3. C.sad
  4. D.sly
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Answer: D (sly)

Explanation

Furtive means secretive and sly, as if hiding something.