JAMB - English Language (1989 - No. 8)
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:
Many miners protested against the order to march into the coal pits.
Many miners protested against the order to march into the coal pits.
strut
amble
trudge
ramble
Explanation
The underlined word in the sentence is "march." To find the correct antonym, let's analyse the options:
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Strut – To walk in a proud or stiff manner (Not an antonym).
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Amble – To walk at a slow, relaxed pace (Possible antonym).
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Trudge – To walk slowly with heavy steps, often due to exhaustion (Not an antonym).
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Ramble – To walk aimlessly without direction (Possible antonym).
Since "march" means to walk in a steady, rhythmic, and purposeful manner, the best antonym is "amble" (B), which means to walk slowly and without urgency.
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