Question

Select the word or group of words you consider most appropriate for the blank space.
The result of the prolonged discussion was __________.

• A. disappointment
• B. disappointing
• C. disappointed
• D. to disappoint

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

disappointing

Option B, 'disappointing' is the correct answer because it an adjective used to describe a situation or action that failed to meet one's expectations.

Options A and C are incorrect because they refer to a feeling or an emotion; one can feel 'disappointed' or 'disappointment', but it is grammatically incorrect to say 'discussion was disappointed/disappointment'.

Option D is incorrect because 'to disappoint' is an infinitive verb that means to cause disappointment or dissatisfaction.