Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2023 (Model questions) Question 17

Question 17

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word: His ostentatious outfit endeared him to his female boss.

  1. A.noticeable
  2. B.lascivious
  3. C.recondite
  4. D.vicious
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (noticeable)

Explanation

'Ostentatious' means showy, designed to attract attention, so 'noticeable' is the closest meaning.