Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2019 (Model questions) Question 6

Question 6

Synonyms

Choose the option that is similar to the word or expression underlined: Victor broke his mallet ostensibly trying to the maintain order, although he was actually enjoying the commotion.

A.apparently
B.carelessly
C.accidentally
D.angrily

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (apparently)

Explanation

Ostensibly means 'apparently' or 'as it seemed', which contrasts with what he was actually doing.