In the question below, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined. The presidential system is an antidote to some political ailm...

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Use of English - 2012 Subject: English Language

Question 1 Report

In the question below, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.

The presidential system is an antidote to some political ailments.

Answer Details
The word "antidote" in the given sentence means a solution or remedy that prevents or counters some political problems or diseases. The opposite in meaning to "antidote" is a word that means a problem or obstacle. Among the given options, the word that conveys this meaning is "an obstacle". An obstacle is something that blocks or hinders progress, rather than promoting it. Therefore, the correct answer is "an obstacle".

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