Multiple choice

v. to belittle or speak down to

  1. disparage

  2. dilemma

  3. devise

  4. diligence

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Explanation

Disparage means to regard or represent as being of little worth. Dilemma is a noun meaning a difficult situation or choice, devise is a verb meaning to plan or invent, and diligence is a noun meaning careful and persistent work.