JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 38

Question 38

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: Travelling in the night can be an ordeal

  1. A.a great exercise
  2. B.a great fear
  3. C.a great endurance
  4. D.a great pleasure
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (a great pleasure)

Explanation

An ordeal is a painful, unpleasant experience; the opposite is a great pleasure.