Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2024 (Model questions) Question 13

Question 13

Vocabulary in Context

Choose the option that best completes the sentence: The ancient text was filled with ________ symbols that only a seasoned archaeologist could decipher.

A.pellucid
B.recondite
C.prosaic
D.ubiquitous

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (recondite)

Explanation

Symbols only an expert can understand are obscure: 'recondite'. 'Pellucid' means clear and 'prosaic' means ordinary.