JAMB - English Language (2007 - No. 5)
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
The astute businessman neatly fended off questions about his private life?
The astute businessman neatly fended off questions about his private life?
asked
explained
welcomed
sidestepped
Explanation
Fend off means to avoid, refrain or stay away from; prevent. abstain; defend.