Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the following sentence:-

The unprecedented display of remarkable innovation and creativity ______ him into an enviable position.

catapulted

The correct answer is Option (1) → catapulted

• Catapulted (Verb) means to launch or move suddenly and rapidly (often used figuratively to mean moving quickly into a new position or state). This fits perfectly with the idea of a remarkable display quickly moving someone to a desirable, enviable position.

• Capsized (Verb) means to overturn in the water. (Incorrect meaning).

• Condemned (Verb) means to express complete disapproval of; sentence someone to a particular punishment. (Opposite meaning/negative connotation).

• Commemorated (Verb) means to recall and show respect for (someone or something) in a ceremony. (Incorrect meaning).