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JAMB Use of English 1997 Question 39

Question 39

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: My friend was reduced to beggary by various ill-advised business deals

  1. A.affluence
  2. B.penury
  3. C.influeuce
  4. D.poverty
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (affluence)

Explanation

'Beggary' is extreme poverty; the opposite is affluence (wealth).