Choose the option opposite in meaning to the wo... - JAMB English 2017 Question
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
The students received a mild reproof from the teacher
The students received a mild reproof from the teacher
A
exhortation
B
opposition
C
commendation
D
appropriation
correct option: c
This answer was chosen because it is opposite to the word italicized in the question; reproof which means an expression of criticism, blame.
From the above meaning of the other options, it is obvious that non-fits for the opposite of the word 'reproof'. Commendation means an official or a formal praise
From the above meaning of the other options, it is obvious that non-fits for the opposite of the word 'reproof'. Commendation means an official or a formal praise
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