In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From...

ENGLISH
WAEC 2009

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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.

The media houses should employ both thenovice and the............journalist

  • A. apprentice
  • B. probationer
  • C. newcomer
  • D. veteran

Correct Answer: D. veteran

Explanation

Novice; a person new to and inexperienced in a job or situation. veteran; a person who has had long experience in a particular field.



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