Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word. As a public officer, he should act with scrupulous honesty at all times.

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Use of English - 2008 Subject: English Language

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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

As a public officer, he should act with scrupulous honesty at all times.

impeccable

careless

transparent

uncompromising

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The opposite in meaning to the underlined word "scrupulous" is "careless." Scrupulous means being diligent, thorough, and attentive to detail, especially with regards to ethical or moral standards. In this context, it means that the public officer should act with complete honesty and integrity. Careless means being inattentive or negligent, and in this context, it would imply that the public officer is not acting with the required honesty and is not careful in their actions.

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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word. As a public officer, he should act with scrupulous honesty at all times.

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