JAMB Use of English 2012 Question 53

Question 53

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: Justice is difficult to enforce because people are unwilling to accept any loss of sovereignty.

  1. A.autonomy
  2. B.position
  3. C.leadership
  4. D.kingdom
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (autonomy)

Explanation

Sovereignty is the power to govern oneself, which is autonomy.