UI Post-UTME Use of English 2016 Question 20

Question 20

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or words in italics: He started his career as an amateur

  1. A.a champion
  2. B.a coach
  3. C.a trainee
  4. D.a profession
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (a profession)

Explanation

An amateur does something without pay; the opposite is a professional, which option D intends.