JAMB - English Language (1989 - No. 25)

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:

After careful investigation, the police found no iota of truth in Ibrahim's allegations

quota
grain
evidence
statement

Explanation

The phrase "no iota of truth" means not even the smallest amount of truth. The word "iota" refers to a tiny or insignificant amount of something. The closest synonym in this context is "evidence", as the police found no proof to support Ibrahim's allegations.

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