JAMB Use of English 1992 Question 44

Question 44

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) in italics: Everybody complained of a lean harvest last year

  1. A.surplus
  2. B.abundant
  3. C.poor
  4. D.thin
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (poor)

Explanation

A lean harvest is a poor, small one.