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WAEC Synonym questions
Attempt each question before checking its correct answer and explanation.
Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
WAEC English 2010 (32)
1. I woke up feeling rather queer.
A. fine
B. strange
C. strong
D. tired
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
“Queer” means weird, odd or different.
WAEC English 2010 (33)
2. If he declines the offer, it will be better for him.
A. ignores
B. denies
C. snubs
D. rejects
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
To “decline” an offer means to reject it. Though, option B also means “reject”, it is most appropriate when talking about accusation, not an offer.
WAEC English 2010 (34)
3. Our club encourages benevolence.
A. affluence
B. sincerity
C. charity
D. association
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
“Benevolence” means being kind or doing good.
WAEC English 2010 (35)
4. Such utterances are inimical to the peaceful coexistence of the two communities.
A. unhelpful
B. unimportant
C. harmful
D. useless
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
“Inimical” means harmful.
WAEC English 2011 (32)
5. My neighbour lives a humdrum life.
A. busy
B. careless
C. monotonous
D. humble
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
“Humdrum” means boring or dull because it is repetitive and lacks variety.
WAEC English 2011 (34)
6. The teacher sent the boy out of the class for his impertinence.
A. timidity
B. indifference
C. rudeness
D. cheating
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
“Impertinence” means being disrespectful or rude.
WAEC English 2011 (38)
7. The rapper's popularity is beginning to wane.
A. disappear
B. change
C. disperse
D. decline
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
“Wane” means a gradual decrease in size, extent or degree.
WAEC English 2012 (34)
8. He plays the Kora with dexterity.
A. wisdom
B. force
C. pride
D. skill
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
“Dexterity” refers to the ability of performing tasks with ease and skill, especially with the hands.
WAEC English 2012 (36)
9. Fafa has a conspicuous nose.
A. prominent
B. flat
C. battered
D. pointed
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
“Conspicuous” means outstanding or prominent and so, easy to notice.
WAEC English 2012 (38)
10. In order to keep the peace, I had to retract my statement.
A. alter
B. refine
C. withdraw
D. deny
SEE EXPLANATION ✅
“Retract” means to take back or withdraw something said.
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