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JAMB Use of English 1985 Question 34

Question 34

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined: The severity of the harmattan helped me to complete my writing assignment in record time because I had no choice but to lock myself indoors

  1. A.warmth
  2. B.mildness
  3. C.moderation
  4. D.leniency
  5. E.gentility
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (mildness)

Explanation

Severity of weather means harshness; the opposite is mildness.