Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Left out in cold

to be ignored

The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom "left out in the cold" is >to be ignored.<

It means to be excluded from a group or activity, or to be treated as if you don't matter. The idiom is often used to describe someone who feels left out or excluded.

The other options are not correct.

• To stand out: This does not mean to be ignored.
• To be indecisive: This does not mean to be ignored.
• To be criticised: This does not mean to be ignored.