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JAMB Use of English 1999 Question 77

Question 77

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The officer asked for a more temperate assessment of the matter

  1. A.extreme
  2. B.moderate
  3. C.radical
  4. D.humane
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (extreme)

Explanation

'Temperate' means moderate or restrained; the opposite is extreme.