From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the ...
Assessment:WAEC SSCE - English Language - 1989 (Objective)Subject:English Language
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
It is absurd to suggest that Tunde should marry that saucy lady.
Answer Details
The word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression in the sentence "It is absurd to suggest that Tunde should marry that saucy lady" is "ridiculous". This is because "absurd" means something that is extremely unreasonable, foolish, or silly, and "ridiculous" means something that is deserving or inviting mockery or derision; absurd.