JAMB - English Language (2019 - No. 73)

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Okibe was rusticated for his [derogatory] remark about the principal

complimentary

unwarranted

lack luster

unsavoury

Derogatory; means showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.

Unsavoury; means unpleasant or morally offensive, the most suitable synonym for derogatory in this regard.