How can you be so _ as to let the cat go hungry the whole day ?
Correct answer: D. heartless
- A. heartening
- B. disheartening
- C. heart-broken
- D. heartless
Explanation
The term "heartless" is appropriate as it refers to the state of being displaying a complete lack of feeling or consideration. In this context, it suggests that the person is being inconsiderate by letting the cat go hungry the whole day.
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