JAMB 2024 English Language · Question 117

What a grotesque attire. — Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined

Question

Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined. What a grotesque attire.

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

A.beautiful
B.splendid
C.horrid
D.fine

Answer: C. horrid

Explanation written with AI and checked against the answer key

Step 1: Analyze the question The underlined word is grotesque, used to describe an attire (clothing). We need the option closest in meaning.

Step 2: Explain the concept Grotesque means strikingly odd, ugly, or unnatural in a way that is distorted or absurd. It carries a negative meaning. Words close to it include hideous, ugly, unsightly, bizarre, and horrid.

Step 3: Check each option

A. beautiful – the opposite of grotesque. ✗
B. splendid – means magnificent or impressive, which is positive. ✗
C. horrid – means very unpleasant or ugly, which is negative. ✓
D. fine – positive or acceptable. ✗

Step 4: Answer Since grotesque describes something ugly and distasteful, the nearest in meaning is horrid.

Tip: In "nearest in meaning" questions, first decide whether the word is positive or negative. Here, grotesque is negative, so you can eliminate A, B, and D at once. This saves time in the exam.

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