JAMB Use of English 2014 Question 58

Question 58

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: All the candidates looked aghast at the first reading of the questions.

  1. A.fulfilled
  2. B.dismayed
  3. C.satisfied
  4. D.relaxed
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (dismayed)

Explanation

Aghast means shocked and dismayed.