JAMB - English Language (2000 - No. 64)
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The Permanent Secretary left his job under a cloud.
on a cloudy day
with a clear record
in disgrace
on a sunny day
Magyarázat
The phrase "under a cloud" means to be in a state of suspicion, disfavour or disgrace as a result of negative circumstances or controversy. Therefore, the opposite of this phrase would be "with a clear record," which means that the person left without any negative implications or suspicion.