JAMB Use of English 2018 Question 38

Question 38

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word in italics: Our principal took exception to the ignoble role the teacher played in the matter

  1. A.embarrasing
  2. B.honourable
  3. C.extraordinary
  4. D.dishonourable
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (honourable)

Explanation

'Ignoble' means shameful or dishonourable; its opposite is honourable.