We didn't believe in his statement, but subsequent events proved that he was right.

A. later

B. earlier

C. many

D. few

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Later : at a time in the near future; soon or afterwards.
Earlier : happening or done before the usual or expected time.
Many : a large number of.
Few : a small number of.
Subsequent : coming after something in time; following.

Synonym of Subsequent is Later