Correct Answer: Genuine

Solution : The first option is correct.

Spurious means something fake and not what it appears to be.

Genuine means authentic and truly what it is said to be, making it the appropriate antonym for the given word.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

• Inferior means lower in rank, status, or quality.
• Contemptuous means expressing or feeling a lack of respect.
• Virtuous is someone who has high moral standards.

Therefore, the correct answer is genuine .