Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

There is no way I can swallow the ghastly medicine.

The correct answer is: 'horrible'.

Key Points

• The word "ghastly" means something that is extremely unpleasant or horrifying. (भयानक)
  • Example: The ghastly sight of the accident left everyone in shock.
• "Horrible" refers to something that is very unpleasant or bad, often causing fear or disgust. (भयानक)
  • Example: The food at that restaurant was horrible; I couldn't even finish my meal.
• Hence, we can infer that the word 'ghastly' is best substituted with 'horrible' in this context.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3 i.e. 'horrible'.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Comforting (सांत्वनादायक): Providing comfort or solace.
  • Example: Her comforting words helped me get through a tough day.
• Pleasant (सुखद): Giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment.
  • Example: We had a pleasant evening at the park.
• Agreeable (सहमत): Enjoyable and pleasurable; pleasant.
  • Example: The weather was agreeable for a picnic.