In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence. Abdul's contribution at the meeting was seen by many as "invaluable" but the chairman said it was ...............
"Invaluable" means extremely useful or valuable. The opposite is "useless," which fits the context of the chairman disagreeing with the positive assessment.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The incumbent chairman won the election by a ............ of twenty votes.
"Margin" refers to the difference in votes between the winner and the runner-up, making it the most appropriate term for an election victory by a specific number of votes.
After each of the following sentences, a list of two possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence. He spoke with a heavy heart.
The idiom "heavy heart" idiomatically means feeling deep sadness or sorrow, indicating an emotional burden.
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the "underlined" word as it is used in the sentence. The "diligent" student always completes her assignments on time.
"Diligent" means showing care and effort in one's work, which is synonymous with "hardworking," emphasizing consistent and thorough application.
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence. The boy may be "culpable" but the other is surely ...............
"Culpable" means deserving blame or guilty. The opposite is "innocent," which contrasts the potential guilt of one boy with the clear lack of blame for the other.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. Since all items on the agenda had been discussed, the meeting was ...............
"Adjourned" means to suspend proceedings until a later time, which is the standard term used to end a meeting after completing its agenda.
After each of the following sentences, a list of two possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence. The project was a drop in the ocean.
The idiom "a drop in the ocean" means something very small or insignificant in comparison to what is needed or expected.
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the "underlined" word as it is used in the sentence. His "eloquent" speech impressed the audience.
"Eloquent" means expressing ideas in a fluent and persuasive manner, closely synonymous with "fluent" in the context of effective speech.
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence. Our class teacher used to be "rigid" in his opinions but he is now ............ of other people's views.
"Rigid" means inflexible or unyielding. The opposite is "tolerant," which implies openness and acceptance of differing views.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The police explained that all the aggrieved persons should seek ............... in the court of law.
"Redress" means the act of setting right a wrong, typically through legal means, fitting the context of seeking remedy in court.
After each of the following sentences, a list of two possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence. She turned a deaf ear to his pleas.
The idiom "turn a deaf ear" means to deliberately ignore or refuse to listen to someone's requests or advice.
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the "underlined" word as it is used in the sentence. The "reluctant" boy refused to join the game.
"Reluctant" means unwilling or hesitant to do something, directly synonymous with "hesitant" in this context of refusal.
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence. Some workers were quite "affable" at the meeting but their leader was rather ...............
"Affable" means friendly and easy to talk to. The opposite is "antagonistic," implying hostility or opposition.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. Our principal has a large ............... of cows.
"Herd" is the collective noun specifically used for a group of cattle or cows.
After each of the following sentences, a list of two possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence. The news hit him like a ton of bricks.
The idiom "hit like a ton of bricks" means to shock or surprise someone greatly and suddenly.
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the "underlined" word as it is used in the sentence. The "vibrant" colors of the painting caught everyone’s attention.
"Vibrant" means full of energy and life, synonymous with "bright" when describing vivid and lively colors.
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence. The driver believed he would be "castigated" by all the passengers but he was ...............
"Castigated" means severely reprimanded. The opposite is "exonerated," meaning cleared of blame or accusation.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The first storey building in Nigeria stands as a historic ...............
"Edifice" refers to a large, imposing building, fitting the description of a historic first storey building.
After each of the following sentences, a list of two possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence. He is a man of few words.
The phrase "a man of few words" means someone who speaks little and is reserved or taciturn.
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the "underlined" word as it is used in the sentence. She showed "compassion" towards the homeless man.
"Compassion" means sympathetic pity and concern for the suffering of others, synonymous with "sympathy."
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence. The manager was "eulogized" for his speech while his assistant was ...............
"Eulogized" means praised highly. The opposite is "criticized," indicating negative judgment.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. I returned from the vacation refreshed and ...............
"Rejuvenated" means restored to a younger or more vital condition, perfectly pairing with "refreshed" after a vacation.
After each of the following sentences, a list of two possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence. The decision was a bitter pill to swallow.
The idiom "a bitter pill to swallow" means something unpleasant or difficult to accept, like bad news.
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the "underlined" word as it is used in the sentence. The "fragile" vase broke easily.
"Fragile" means easily broken or delicate, directly synonymous with "delicate" in describing vulnerability.
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence. Some people are "generous" towards strangers, while others are ............ towards them.
"Generous" means willing to give freely. The opposite is "mean," implying stinginess or unwillingness to share.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. She was advised to see a ............... because she had an unusual skin disease.
A "dermatologist" specializes in skin diseases, making it the appropriate medical expert for this condition.
After each of the following sentences, a list of two possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence. She has a green thumb.
The idiom "green thumb" means having a natural talent for gardening or growing plants.
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the "underlined" word as it is used in the sentence. His "persistent" efforts paid off in the end.
"Persistent" means continuing firmly or steadily, synonymous with "continuous" in describing unrelenting efforts.
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence. The baby who had all along been "calm" suddenly became ...............
"Calm" means peaceful and quiet. The opposite is "restless," indicating agitation or inability to stay still.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The doctor's ............... was that the patient was suffering from cancer.
"Diagnosis" is the identification of the nature of an illness by examination, fitting the doctor's determination of cancer.
After each of the following sentences, a list of two possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence. He burned the midnight oil.
The idiom "burn the midnight oil" means to work or study late into the night.
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the "underlined" word as it is used in the sentence. The "benevolent" king helped the poor.
"Benevolent" means well-meaning and kindly, synonymous with "kind" in the context of helping the poor.
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence. While Ade is ............, his wife is quite self-effacing.
"Self-effacing" means modest and reticent. The opposite is "conceited," implying excessive pride or vanity.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The team worked together with great ............... to finish the project.
"Harmony" means agreement or concord, describing cooperative and unified teamwork.
After each of the following sentences, a list of two possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence. The plan fell through.
The idiom "fall through" means to fail or not succeed as planned.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the correct answer. Which syllable is stressed in the word "develop" as a verb? A. First (DE-velop) B. Second (de-VELOP) C. Third D. Fourth
As a verb, "develop" is a two-syllable word with primary stress on the second syllable: de-VELOP, following the pattern for many two-syllable verbs.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the correct answer. The word "promise" has its stress on the _________ syllable. A. First B. Second C. Third D. Fourth
"Promise" is stressed on the first syllable: PROM-ise, as is common for nouns derived from verbs in this pattern.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the correct answer. Which of these words contains a fricative sound? A. Pin B. Thin C. Tin D. Run
A fricative sound is produced by forcing air through a narrow channel, like /θ/ in "thin," which is a voiceless dental fricative.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the correct answer. In the word "comfortable," the stress is on the _________ syllable. A. First B. Second C. Third D. Fourth
"Comfortable" has four syllables with primary stress on the first: COM-for-ta-ble, typical in British English pronunciation used in WAEC contexts.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the correct answer. Which phonetic symbol represents a nasal sound? A. /s/ B. /m/ C. /f/ D. /t/
/m/ is a bilabial nasal consonant, produced with air flowing through the nose, characteristic of nasal sounds.
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