In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined: As the wedding day approached, the bride began to develop...

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Use of English - 1989 Subject: English Language

Question 1 Report

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:

As the wedding day approached, the bride began to develop cold feet

Answer Details
The option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined phrase "develop cold feet" is "be reluctant." The phrase "cold feet" is an idiom that means to feel hesitant, nervous, or unsure about a decision or course of action, especially before an important event like a wedding. In this sentence, the bride is feeling anxious or doubtful about getting married as the wedding day approaches. "Be reluctant" also means to feel hesitant or unwilling to do something, which makes it the closest in meaning to "develop cold feet."

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