JAMB UTMEUse of EnglishLexis & Structure2021

Choose the synonym of ENORMOUS:

ATiny
BMassiveCORRECT
CQuiet
DRound
AI
Toaster Teacher
Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
**The reasoning** **ENORMOUS** means "extremely large" or "huge in size or extent." When you're looking for a synonym, you need a word with the *same or very similar meaning*. **Massive** also means "very large, heavy, or solid." Both words describe something impressively big. Think of an enormous building — you could equally call it a massive building. The meanings overlap perfectly, making B the correct answer. **Why the wrong options tempt you** - **A) Tiny** — This is an *antonym* (opposite), not a synonym. It's there to catch students who confuse the two concepts. - **C) Quiet** — Completely unrelated to size. It describes sound level, not physical dimension. - **D) Round** — Describes *shape*, not size. Something can be round and tiny, or round and enormous — the words aren't connected. **Quick takeaway** For synonym questions, ask yourself: "Can I replace the original word with this option and keep the same meaning?" If yes, you've found your answer.
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