JAMB - English Language (1986 - No. 28)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
Many candidates now apply to read Law because it is a lucrative profession.
Many candidates now apply to read Law because it is a lucrative profession.
brings plenty of profit
brings high prestige
bring quick money
bring plenty of knowledge
Spiegazione
"Lucrative" means profitable or financially rewarding, so "brings plenty of profit" is the option that best captures the meaning of the phrase.