JAMB Use of English 1978 Question 85

Question 85

Vocabulary in Context

Choose the option that most suitably fills the space: His horrible high-pitched laugh...... on my nerves

  1. A.jags
  2. B.jabs
  3. C.jams
  4. D.jars
  5. E.jeers
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (jars)

Explanation

Something unpleasant 'jars on' your nerves, meaning it irritates you.