JAMB - English Language (2004 - No. 61)
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
In spite of constant financial support from his father, Udenyi treats his studies with considerable levity
In spite of constant financial support from his father, Udenyi treats his studies with considerable levity
seriousness
enthusiasm
wastefulness
lassitude
Wyjaśnienie
The word "levity" means a lack of seriousness or care. The option "lassitude" means a lack of energy or interest, which is closest in meaning to levity in this context.