In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opp...
Assessment:WAEC SSCE - English Language - 1995 (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 - E, 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.
Ibrahim was full of admiration for Amina but she treated him with.........
Answer Details
The word that best completes the sentence and is most nearly opposite in meaning to "admiration" is "disdain". This is because "admiration" implies respect and approval, while "disdain" means a feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior. In the sentence, Ibrahim has a positive feeling towards Amina, but she treats him with contempt, suggesting a lack of respect or approval.