Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
SUBSEQUENT
Option 1: prior
Option 2: preceding
Option 3: antecedent
Option 4: consecutive
Correct Answer: consecutive
Solution : The fourth option is the correct answer.
Subsequent specifically implies coming after something else in time or order, indicating a chronological sequence.
On the other hand, consecutive also denotes a sequence of events occurring one after the other without interruption.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Prior means existing or occurring before in time; earlier.
- Preceding means coming before in time or order; going before.
- Antecedent refers to something that comes before; a preceding event or circumstance.
Therefore, the correct answer is consecutive.
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