Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the highlighted word.
Her left leg was paralysed due to a debilitating gisease.

Correct option is A

"Debilitating" refers to causing weakness or impairment. "Crippling" is the nearest in meaning, implying severe weakening or damage.
Synonyms: crippling, disabling, weakening, paralyzing.
Antonyms: strengthening, invigorating, empowering, fortifying.
Meanings of other given words:
• Sad: feeling or showing sorrow; unhappy, not related to physical impairment.
• Strange: unusual or surprising; difficult to understand or explain, not indicating debilitation.
• Critical: expressing adverse or disapproving comments or judgments, or being in a state of uncertain instability, not specifically referring to weakening or impairment.
"Crippling" best matches the meaning of "debilitating," focusing on the impact on physical function.