JAMB and WAEC English Language questions: Words opposite in meaning

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1. Question 81· Words opposite in meaning· WAEC

   Choose the word or group of words opposite in meaning to the word in capitals as it is used in the sentence: Tunde is admired for his HUMILITY.

   • Akindness
   • Barrogance
   • Chonesty
   • Dpatience

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2. Question 82· Words opposite in meaning· WAEC

   Opposite in meaning to the word in capitals: Chika is an OPTIMISTIC student who expects to pass.

   • Abrilliant
   • Bhopeful
   • Cpessimistic
   • Dlazy

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3. Question 83· Words opposite in meaning· WAEC

   Opposite in meaning to the word in capitals: The landlord was known to be very MAGNANIMOUS.

   • Amean-spirited
   • Bgenerous
   • Cforgiving
   • Dwealthy

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4. Question 84· Words opposite in meaning· WAEC

   Opposite in meaning to the word in capitals: The new manager is very ARROGANT.

   • Ahumble
   • Bproud
   • Crude
   • Dyoung

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5. Question 85· Words opposite in meaning· WAEC

   Choose the word or group of words opposite in meaning to the word in capitals as it is used in the sentence: The new teacher is very STRICT with latecomers.

   • Aharsh
   • Bearly
   • Cangry
   • Dlenient

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