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UI Post-UTME Use of English 2019 (Model questions) Question 7

Question 7

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics: Chidi is naturally taciturn.

  1. A.friendly
  2. B.cheerful
  3. C.dumb
  4. D.lively
  5. E.reserved
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (lively)

Explanation

Taciturn means quiet and saying little; of the options, lively (animated and outgoing) is the opposite. Reserved is a synonym.