Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).The common practice among some media practitioners is to be sensational in their reporting?
Assessment:JAMB UTME - Use of English - 2004Subject:English Language
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).The common practice among some media practitioners is to be sensational in their reporting?
Answer Details
The option nearest in meaning to the underlined word "common" is "prevalent". This means that the practice of being sensational in reporting is widespread or commonly done among some media practitioners.