JAMB Use of English 1982 Question 97

Question 97

Antonyms

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word: While most of our recently elected legislators are living a life of affluence and ostentation the vast majority of those who elected them into office are unhappy.

A.influence
B.pleasure
C.poverty
D.happiness
E.consequence

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (poverty)

Explanation

'Affluence' means wealth, so its opposite is poverty.