Question

Find the synonym of the underlined word.
Subsequent events proved the old politician to be right.
a- Few
b- Later
c- Earlier
d- Many
e- Some

Answer 1

Hint: A synonym refers to a word that is completely or partially the same in meaning as another word. For example- Funny is a synonym for humorous. ‘Subsequent’ refers to following or succeeding.

Complete answer:
 The word, ‘subsequent’ has been derived from the Latin word- Subsequent, which means following after.
We know the meaning and the origin of the word, ‘subsequent’. Now, let’s look at its usage-
For example- He regained consciousness after his birthday party. Here, we can conclude that X regained consciousness later or in the wake of his birthday party.
Let’s examine the given options-
Option a- ‘Few’ refers to a small amount or number of something. For example- He asked me a few things about myself. ‘Few’ is different in meaning to the given context. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
Option b- ‘Later’ refers to following or succeeding the given time. For example- He was advised to reach no later than midnight. ‘Later’ is similar in meaning to the given context. Hence, it is the correct option.
Option c- ‘Earlier’ refers to being ahead of time or prompt. For example- I was able to finish it earlier. ‘Earlier’ is the opposite in meaning to the given context. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
Option d- ‘Many’ refers to numerous or multiple quantities of something. For example- I have met him after many years. ‘Many’ is different in meaning to the given context. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
Option e- ‘Some’ refers to a few or a little quantity of something. For example- Some boys entered the class. ‘Some’ is different in meaning to the given context. Hence, it is an incorrect option. The correct answer is Option ‘b’.

Note:
 Some other synonyms of ‘subsequent’ are; consecutive, ensuing, following, etc while some antonyms of ‘subsequent’ are; preceding, previous, earlier, etc.