Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Life has become a misery for many owing to the harsh economic conditions in the country.
A
drudgery
B
ridicule
C
ritual
D
comfort
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The underlined word "misery" indicates extreme unhappiness or suffering. To find the opposite in meaning, we need to select a word that suggests the absence of suffering or unhappiness. The option opposite in meaning to "misery" is: D. comfort "Comfort" suggests a state of ease, contentment and lack of suffering, which contrasts with the idea of misery conveyed in the sentence.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #12440)