JAMB English Language 2013 Objective — Question 47

Question 47 of 100 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) English Language 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The girl took a cursory glance at the letter and hid it.

A. concise
B. brief
C. lastingCorrect
D. sententious

Explanation

'Cursory' means a brief, careless, fast, hurried look. Opposites are lasting, careful, complete, detailed, meticulous, perfect, thorough.

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