Question

Choose the word closest in meaning to the underlined word/phrase.
Their oppressive act

• A. temperate
• B. onerous
• C. desperate
• D. destitute

Answer 1

The correct option is B onerous

'Oppressive' means making uncomfortable. E.g. We were unable to sleep because of the oppressive heat. 'Temperate' means neither very hot nor very cold. 'Onerous' means difficult and complicated which becomes uncomfortable. 'Desperate' means wanting badly something or to do something. 'Destitute' means without money, home, food or possessions.

Thus, option B is the correct answer.