Select the most appropriate synonym of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank.
In the absence of her parents, the little girl felt ________ (lonely).

Correct option is A

The correct synonym for "lonely" is "alone." (अकेला – जब कोई व्यक्ति या वस्तु किसी अन्य के बिना हो।)
Given word: "Lonely" – Feeling sad due to being alone or lacking companionship. (अकेलेपन का अनुभव होना।)
Example: After moving to a new city, she often felt lonely.
Correct answer word: "Alone" – Without company or separate from others.
Example: She sat alone in the park, lost in her thoughts.
Synonyms: isolated, deserted, abandoned, solitary.
Antonyms: accompanied, together, sociable.
Meanings of other given options:
· Collectively – In a group or together (Incorrect as it is the opposite of loneliness).
· Crowded – Filled with too many people (Opposite of lonely).
· Sociable – Enjoying the company of others (Opposite of lonely).