Question

what does desolate mean in the sentence below? choose the best answer. with its crumbling walls and unstable foundations, the desolate state of the mansion posed a significant safety risk. pristine robust dilapidated immaculate

Explanation:

The sentence describes the mansion as having crumbling walls and unstable foundations. "Desolate" here implies a state of disrepair. "Pristine" means in perfect condition, "robust" means strong and healthy, "immaculate" means extremely clean and tidy. "Dilapidated" means in a state of disrepair or ruin, which matches the context.

Answer:

C. dilapidated