JAMB 2023 English Language · Question 89

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s) Victor played the role of a haughty prince.

Options

In the original paper part of this question is underlined. The underline isn't shown here: see the explanation below.

A.a haunted
B.a modest
C.a disturbed
D.an angry

Answer: B. a modest

Explanation written with AI and checked against the answer key

Step 1: Analyze the question You are asked to find the antonym (opposite) of the underlined word, "haughty," in the sentence: Victor played the role of a haughty prince.

Step 2: Explain the concept "Haughty" is an adjective meaning arrogant, proud, and looking down on others. It describes someone who thinks they are better than other people.

Synonyms: arrogant, proud, conceited, snobbish
Antonyms: humble, modest, unassuming

Step 3: Check each option

A. haunted: This means troubled by ghosts or by persistent memories. It only looks similar to "haughty," so it is a sound-alike distractor and has no connection in meaning.
B. modest: This means humble and not boastful. It is the direct opposite of arrogant and proud. ✔
C. disturbed: This means worried or upset. It is not related to pride.
D. angry: This describes an emotion, not an attitude of pride. It is not the opposite.

Step 4: Answer The opposite of "haughty" is modest, which is option B.

Step 5: Exam tip JAMB often includes sound-alike traps such as "haunted" for "haughty." Don't pick a word because it looks or sounds similar. Focus on the meaning. A quick way to remember: haughty = "high and mighty", so its opposite is someone who is humble and modest.

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