From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the...
ENGLISH
WAEC 1998
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
Instead oflaughing about this serious matter, you should be
- A. whimpering
- B. sober
- C. bitter
- D. indifferent
Correct Answer: B. sober
Explanation
In this context ''laughing'' means to dismiss something by treating it in a light-hearted way. The word opposite in meaning is option B. Sober in this regards means to be serious, sensible, and solemn.
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