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Post-UTME English Language 2005 Objective — Question 72

Question 72 of 73 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) English Language 2005 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Wealthy citizens are often niggardly in their ways. (nearest in meaning to 'niggardly')

A. contemptible
B. beggarly
C. sordid
D. stingyCorrect

Explanation

'Niggardly' means stingy/reluctant to spend.

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