UI Post-UTME Use of English 2025 (Model questions) Question 17

Question 17

Vocabulary in Context

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: Stealing from a colleague is a serious ________ of company rules.

  1. A.transgression
  2. B.misuse
  3. C.deference
  4. D.variation
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (transgression)

Explanation

A transgression is an act that breaks a rule or law.