Question on: JAMB English - 2024

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.

A prosperous lawyer is definitely hardworking.

A

affluent

B

poor

C

stagnant

D

luxurious

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Correct Option: B

The word "prosperous" means successful or flourishing, typically in financial terms. The opposite of this would be someone who is not successful financially.

  • A. affluent: Means wealthy, which is a synonym of prosperous, not the opposite.
  • B. poor: Means lacking money or resources, which is the opposite of prosperous.
  • C. stagnant: Means showing no activity, development, or progress, which is not the opposite of prosperous.
  • D. luxurious: Means providing great comfort, which is not the opposite of prosperous.

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