Correct Answer: dilapidated

Solution : The correct choice is the f irst option.

The underlined word deteriorated in the given sentence means decayed, degraded, or fallen into a state of disrepair. Dilapidated means something, typically a building or structure, that is in a state of disrepair or partial ruin due to neglect or age.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

• Dissipated has a couple of different meanings. One meaning is to squander or waste something, especially money, energy, or resources, often recklessly or extravagantly. Another meaning is to disperse or disappear gradually, like dissipating fog or smoke.
• Meliorated means the act of making something better or improving its condition.
• Reprobated is used to express strong disapproval or condemnation of something.