In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word Underlined: Though his parents' poverty placed many obstacle in his path as a young ...

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Use of English - 1990 Subject: English Language

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In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word Underlined: Though his parents' poverty placed many obstacle in his path as a young man, Olu succeeded at last.
Answer Details
The opposite in meaning to the word "obstacle" is "advantages". An obstacle is something that stands in the way and makes it difficult to achieve a goal, while an advantage is something that helps to achieve a goal more easily. In the given sentence, it is stated that despite the obstacles of poverty that Olu faced, he succeeded at last. Therefore, the word that means the opposite of obstacle is "advantages".
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