Select the most appropriate option to substitute the highlighted segment in the given sentence.
Shakuntala was very amazed to see her name on the list.

Correct option is A

✔️ Correct option: (a) astonished
Explanation:
The verb “amazed” is grammatically acceptable, but “very amazed” is an awkward construction. Instead, “astonished” is a stronger, more formal synonym and fits naturally.
· Correct sentence: “Shakuntala was astonished to see her name on the list.”
· Hindi meaning: अचंभित, हैरान
Grammatical rule used: Words like “amazed,” “astonished,” and “surprised” are non-gradable adjectives. So using “very” with “amazed” is considered incorrect or awkward. Instead, replace it with a stronger synonym.
Meanings of the other options:
· (b) accurate – correct or exact.
· Hindi meaning: सही ❌
· · (c) swamped – overwhelmed or very busy.
· Hindi meaning: व्यस्त, भरा हुआ ❌
· · (d) worried – anxious or concerned.
· Hindi meaning: चिंतित ❌