Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
Social economics is a meta-discipline in which economics is entrenched in social, political and cultural behaviours.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The most appropriate antonym of the underlined word entrenched is transient.
- Entrenched means firmly established or fixed in a position or habit.
- Transient means lasting for a short time only; transitory.
The word entrenched means firmly established or fixed in a position or habit, while the word transient means lasting for a short time only; transitory. Therefore, the antonym of entrenched is transient.
The other options are not antonyms of entrenched.
- Averted means prevented from happening or arising.
- Startling means causing great surprise or wonder.
- Entrusted means given or placed in the care or keeping of someone.