Select the most appropriate synonym of the word given in bold in the following sentence.

In his youth Joyonto must have been startlingly handsome.

amazingly

The most appropriate synonym of the word "startlingly" in the sentence "In his youth Joyonto must have been startlingly handsome" is amazingly.

• Enviously means "to feel or show envy." This does not fit the context of the sentence, as Joyonto is not being compared to anyone else.
• Lightly means "in a casual or unconcerned manner." This does not fit the context of the sentence, as the speaker is clearly impressed by Joyonto's handsomeness.
• Wrinkly means "having many wrinkles." This does not fit the context of the sentence, as the speaker is referring to Joyonto's youth.
• Amazingly means "in a way that causes great surprise or wonder." This fits the context of the sentence, as the speaker is clearly surprised and impressed by Joyonto's handsomeness.