Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
The old, ________ house stood on the hill, a gloomy reminder of the past.
Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
The old, ________ house stood on the hill, a gloomy reminder of the past.
Solution
✅ Correct Option: 3
The word dilapidated (Option 3) accurately describes an old house in a state of disrepair due to age or neglect, conveying a sense of ruin. Decomposing, rotting, and decaying (Options 1, 2, and 4) primarily refer to the biological breakdown of organic matter. While parts of an old house might rot, dilapidated encompasses the overall structural decline of the entire house, making it the most fitting and comprehensive description.
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