Select the most appropriate synonym of the highlighted word in the given sentence.
The deteriorated building was declared unsafe for the inmates.

Correct option is A

The correct synonym of the given word is (a) dilapidated.
Given word: Deteriorated means having become progressively worse or in poor condition. (बिगड़ा हुआ / जर्जर)
Example: The old bridge had deteriorated over the years.
Correct answer word: Dilapidated means in a state of disrepair or ruin due to age or neglect. (जर्जर भवन या वस्तु)
Example: The dilapidated mansion stood abandoned for years.
Synonyms: rundown, decayed, battered.
Antonyms: improved, repaired, renewed.
Meanings of the other given options:
· Option (b) Dissipated: Indulging excessively in sensual pleasures (उन्मुक्त जीवन व्यतीत करना)
· Option (c) Meliorated: Made better or improved (सुधारना – rarely used form of ‘ameliorated’)
· Option (d) Reprobated: Strongly disapproved of (निंदित करना)