Question

what is the meaning of the word nascent as used in the passage? to everyones surprise, the universitys nascent department of bioethics received over a thousand applications to its graduate program last year. the staggering number of applicants was a testament not only to student interest in the emerging program, but also to the status of bioethics as a legitimate field of study. prominent and visible popular and trendy new and developing

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "nascent", we analyze the context. The passage mentions the department received many applications, and it's described as an "emerging program". "Prominent and visible" implies established visibility, which doesn't fit an emerging program. "Popular and trendy" focuses on popularity/trend, not the program's stage. "New and developing" matches "emerging" (meaning in the early stages of development).

Answer:

new and developing