Select the most appropriate synonym of the word 'Native' from the given sentence.
Mr. Smith believes that various tribes are the indigenous habitants of various corners of the world; unlike his contemporaries who have a viewpoint regarding an alien or foreign invasion.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Indigenous
Given word: Native
Meaning: Belonging to a particular place by birth or origin
Example: The kangaroo is native to Australia.
Synonym: Indigenous
Meaning: Originating naturally in a particular region or environment
Example: Many indigenous plants are found only in the Amazon rainforest.
Meaning of the other words:
- Foreign – from another country
- Alien – strange or unfamiliar
- Invasion – an act of entering a place by force
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.