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JAMB Use of English 2013 Question 47

Question 47

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The girl took a cursory glance at the letter and hid it.

  1. A.concise
  2. B.brief
  3. C.lasting
  4. D.sententious
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (lasting)

Explanation

A cursory glance is quick and brief; of the options, only 'lasting' means the opposite (long).