Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.

He was critically injured in the accident.

severely

The most appropriate synonym of the underlined word "critically" in the given sentence is severely.

• Critically means in a way that is likely to have serious consequences.
• Severely means in a very serious or intense way.
• Favourably means in a way that is pleasing or agreeable.
• Trivially means in a way that is unimportant or insignificant.
• Confidently means in a way that shows confidence.