In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list...
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WAEC 2018
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Halima likes to dwell ontrivial, rather than _______ matters.
- A. strong
- B. popular
- C. weighty
- D. heavy
Correct Answer: C. weighty
Explanation
The word trivial means; of little value or importance, of very little importance or value; insignificant.
synonyms:unimportant, insignificant, inconsequential, minor, of no/little account, of no/little consequence, of no/little importance
The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word is weighty. This means something that is of great seriousness and importance.
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