Question

read the sentence.
the shopkeeper smiled at david as if he were just telling a joke, but his disparaging comments made david feel insulted and embarrassed.
based on context clues in the sentence, what words most likely could replace disparaging, but still keep the meaning of the sentence the same? select two options.
□ uplifting
□ funny
□ belittling
□ uncomplimentary
□ hilarious

Explanation:

• "Disparaging" means speaking of someone or something in a negative or belittling way.
• "Belittling" means making someone or something seem less important or valuable, which is similar to "disparaging".
• "Uncomplimentary" means not expressing praise or approval, also in line with the negative connotation of "disparaging".
• "Uplifting" means inspiring or cheering, which is the opposite.
• "Funny" and "hilarious" imply humor, not the negative meaning.

Answer:

C. belittling, D. uncomplimentary