Choose the correct option:
The anthropologist's findings were considered so controversial that they were initially.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. disregarded.
Context: The sentence describes a situation where the anthropologist's findings are controversial. In a logical sequence, if something is highly controversial, it often faces rejection or skepticism before it is accepted.
Meaning of the words:
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Disregarded: Paid no attention to; ignored.
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Celebrated: Publicly acknowledged with honor or praise.
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Acclaimed: Enthusiastically and publicly praised.
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Adopted: Legally taken or chosen as one's own; formally approved.
Correct word: Disregarded
Reason: The word "controversial" provides a negative or challenging context. Among the options, only "disregarded" matches this tone. The other three options (celebrated, acclaimed, adopted) are positive and would typically follow findings that are universally accepted or praised, rather than controversial ones.
Final sentence: The anthropologist's findings were considered so controversial that they were initially disregarded.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.