In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opp...
Assessment:WAEC SSCE - English Language - 2004 (Objective)Subject:English Language
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - 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 sentences.
It is curious how Bayo can be so carefree in his ways while his younger brother is so..........,,
Answer Details
The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "carefree" is "meticulous" because it means paying great attention to detail or being very careful and precise, while carefree means free from anxiety or responsibility. Therefore, the correct option to fill the gap in the sentence is A, "meticulous". The sentence means that Bayo is carefree while his younger brother is very careful or precise in his ways.