From the words or groups of words lettered A–D, choose the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as used in each sentence.
Nearest in meaning
From the words or groups of words below each sentence, choose the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as used in each of the following sentences.
1.
Some disappointments in life are inevitable. 2.
The old lady felt run-down after her long illness. 3.
Due to oversight on the part of one of the junior engineers, the electricity supply for the whole town failed. 4.
I do hope my request will not inconvenience you in any way. 5.
Scientists are able to predict the tides and eclipses for many years to come. 6.
Kofi is a strange person; I find him very unsociable. 7.
. Substantial progress has been made recently in the field of education. 8.
Awa’s grandfather seems a jovial old fellow. 9.
My brother is not a brilliant footballer but he is very consistent. 10.
I have a few excellent students but most of them are mediocre.