UI Post-UTME Use of English 2012 Question 26

Question 26

Antonyms

Choose the nearest option opposite in meaning to the word or words in italics: The suggestion that all robbers should be executed is preposterous

  1. A.monstrous
  2. B.unreasonable
  3. C.foolish
  4. D.sensible
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (sensible)

Explanation

Preposterous means absurd; the opposite is sensible.