Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the word printed in italic bold in the sentence. Some of the discoveries of modern science are simply marvellous.
A
praiseworthy
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B
commendable
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C
amazing
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D
admirable
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Solution
The correct option is D amazing In this sentence we would be looking for a word which best expresses "marvellous" from the given options
Marvellous means causing great wonder; extraordinary
Amazing is also of the same meaning (causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing).
If we look into the other options
Praiseworthy means someone who is capable of being praised or appreciated
Commendable also means deserving praise
Admirable arousing or deserving respect and approval