English Vocab

Across

2. - clear (someone) of blame or suspicion
4. - hesitating or doubting / not to be relied upon; suspect
7. - (of a person, manner, or gesture) displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed
12. - conformity to facts; accuracy
14. - unnecessary, especially through being more than enough
17. - put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by the use of force
18. - contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous
19. - (of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little
22. - a spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something
26. - mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation
30. - difficult to find, catch, or achieve
31. - well-meaning and kindly
32. - the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with a contrasting effect
33. - skilled at dealing with people, considerate and thoughtful
35. - the study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history
36. - given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior
38. - bad-tempered and unfriendly
39. - calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil
41. - a subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound
44. - sharing in the knowledge of (something secret or private)
46. - not certain or fixed; provisional
49. - to feel deep respect or admiration for something
50. - extend the application of (a method or conclusion, especially one based on statistics) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue or similar methods will be applicable
55. - engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought
56. - inclined to lay down principles as indisputably true
58. - new or unusual in an interesting way
59. - (especially of a time or place) extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque
62. - an outward appearance that is maintained to conceal a less pleasant or creditable reality
64. - (typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal
67. - having unlimited power; able to do anything
68. - persuade (someone) not to take a particular course of action
73. - a harsh discordant mixture of sounds
75. - feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems
76. - outstandingly bad; shocking
77. - with an attitude or look of suspicion or disapproval
81. - (of a person) fond of company; sociable
85. - say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity
86. - express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions
90. - be appropriate, related, or applicable
91. - certain to happen; unavoidable
92. - a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation
94. - (of a remark, opinion, or idea) overused and consequently of little import; lacking originality or freshness
96. - something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected
97. - restore friendly relations between
98. - present, appearing, or found everywhere
99. - standing out so as to be clearly visible
106. - more important than anything else; supreme
108. - to distribute (resources or duties) for a particular purpose
109. - a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant
110. - annoyingly insensitive or slow to understand
111. - an object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck
112. - courage in pain or adversity
114. - showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others
115. - having or displaying a passionate intensity
116. - supreme power or authority

Down

1. - pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely / (of an aim or endeavor) unlikely to succeed or be fulfilled; hopeless
3. - having knowledge or being aware of
5. - (of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting
6. - so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing; ridiculous
8. - of vital importance; crucial / giving an authoritative command
9. - obtrusively bright and showy; flashy
10. - hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed
11. - take in (information, ideas, or culture) and understand fully
13. - buy or obtain (an asset or object) for oneself / earn or develop (a skill, habit, or quality)
15. - (of a person or their judgment) not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts
16. - look thoughtfully for a long time at
20. - (with reference to a feeling or other intangible thing) to disappear or cause to disappear
21. - (of a speech sound) produced in the throat; harsh-sounding
23. - based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system
24. - necessary to make a whole complete; essential or fundamental
25. - to beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something
27. - authoritatively or urgently call on (someone) to be present, especially as a defendant or witness in a law court
28. - take (a position of power or importance) illegally or by force
29. - a person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them not to repeat it to others
34. - very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail
36. - keep from sight; hide
37. - attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed
40. - (of a price or amount charged) unreasonably high
42. - a comfortable or suitable position in life or employment / a specialized segment of the market for a particular kind of product or service
43. - danger of loss, harm, or failure
44. - having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way
45. - discourage (someone) from doing something by instilling doubt or fear of the consequences
47. - having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone
48. - an impressive display or range of a particular type of thing
51. - to renounce or relinquish a throne, right, power, claim, responsibility, or the like, especially in a formal manner
52. - outward behavior or bearing
53. - easily influenced; pliable
54. - (of relations between people) having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor
57. - making a pretense of shyness or modesty that is intended to be alluring
60. - perceptible by touch
61. - the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt
63. - unable to be affected by
65. - not discovered or known about; uncertain
66. - (of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm
69. - expressed clearly; easy to understand / bright or luminous
70. - lacking in warmth, life, or kindliness, not hopeful or encouraging; depressing
71. - based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions
72. - an inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way
74. - appearing true, reasonable, or fair
77. - enthusiastic or passionate
78. - conducive to success; favorable
79. - made in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns
80. - treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor; flippant
82. - a large number or quantity of something
83. - using or expressed in more words than are needed
84. - the process of transformation from an immature form to an adult form in two or more distinct stages
87. - too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous; boring
88. - hostile and aggressive
89. - find a way around (an obstacle)
93. - a person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type
95. - harmless, inoffensive; insignificant
96. - a noisy argument or confrontation
100. - the force or energy with which a body moves / a driving force, impulse
101. - (especially of a position or view) not able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection
102. - thinly dispersed or scattered
103. - great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle
104. - wanting or devouring great quantities of food or other items
105. - arrogantly superior and disdainful
107. - (especially of something undesirable or harmful) of common occurrence; widespread
113. - to regard with horror or loathing; to hate deeply