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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