JAMB Use of English 2002 Question 27

Question 27

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word in italics: The high cost of living these days calls for a lot of frugality

  1. A.extravagance
  2. B.economy
  3. C.recklessness
  4. D.prudence
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (extravagance)

Explanation

Frugality is careful, sparing use of money; extravagance is wasteful spending.