Identify the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word:

Allegations about the industrialist's involvement in financial irregularities were spurious.

genuine

The correct answer is Option (3) → genuine

The underlined word "spurious" means false, fake, or not genuine. Therefore, the word opposite in meaning is "genuine", which means authentic or real.

• False: Synonym of "spurious," not an antonym.
• Unethical: Refers to actions lacking moral principles, unrelated to the meaning of "spurious."
• Impulsive: Refers to acting without thought, unrelated to "spurious."