From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the ...
Assessment:WAEC SSCE - English Language - 1997 (Objective)Subject:English Language
From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words.
The prison officials usually torture the inmates.
Answer Details
The word "torture" in this sentence means to cause severe physical or mental pain or suffering to someone, often as a form of punishment or to extract information. The word that is nearest in meaning to "torture" is "torment" (Option C). This is because both words convey the idea of causing someone great suffering or distress.