Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
Evolutionary psychology is a recently advanced field of study, which has grown exponentially with interest since the 1980s.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The most appropriate antonym of the underlined word advanced in the given sentence is rudimentary.
- Advanced means having a high level of development or complexity.
- Rudimentary means basic or undeveloped.
- Lackadaisical means lacking in interest or enthusiasm.
- Operative means functioning or in operation.
- Presumptuous means arrogant or assuming.