JAMB - English Language (2008 - No. 28)
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Scientists have invented ways of preserving fruits much longer?
Scientists have invented ways of preserving fruits much longer?
coined
devised
arranged
organized
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Invent means to be the originator of something.
While 'coined' is used to invent a new word or phrase, 'devised' is used to invent a complex procedure, system or mechanism.