UI Post-UTME Use of English 2017 (Model questions) Question 21

Question 21

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase: Gabriel inadvertently shot his friend dead

  1. A.deliberately
  2. B.spontaneously
  3. C.accidentally
  4. D.inappropriately
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (accidentally)

Explanation

Inadvertently means without intending to, i.e. accidentally.