Option B ‘Integrated’ is the most appropriate synonym for the underlined word. Meaning of other words are: Excluded means remove from consideration. Laid down means to put or place in a horizontal position or position of rest; set down: to lay a book on a desk. 2. to knock or beat down, as from an erect position; strike or throw to the ground: One punch laid him low. Removed means take (something) away or off from the position occupied, abolish or get rid of.