In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:

the severity of the harmattan helped me to complete my writing assignment in record time because i had no choice but to lock my self indoors

  • A warmth
  • B mildness
  • C moderation
  • D leniency
  • E gentility

The correct answer is B. mildness

The word severity means the state or quality of being harsh, strict, or serious.

Therefore, the opposite of severity would be the state or quality of being mild, gentle, or lenient.

Looking at the options, the best choice is B. mildness, which means the quality of being moderate in force, intensity, or degree.

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