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UI Post-UTME Use of English 2019 (Model questions) Question 8

Question 8

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics: James is a disco-addict. He takes his student rather lightly.

  1. A.Humorously
  2. B.Gloomily
  3. C.tediously
  4. D.carefully
  5. E.seriously
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (seriously)

Explanation

To take something lightly is to not treat it as important; the opposite is seriously.