Across
- 2. slow to understand; not having a sharp edge or point. The instructions were explained several times, but he still looked confused and asked basic questions, showing how _________ he was about the task.
- 6. mention one by one. The instructions asked students to _________ their supplies, starting with pencils and ending with notebooks.
- 8. loiter or dawdle; continue to exist, although losing strength. She stayed behind after the final bell, choosing to _________ in the quiet classroom rather than rush out.
- 9. very wicked. The leader’s _________ actions harmed innocent people and showed complete disregard for the law.
- 12. most complete; providing a final answer. After years of research, the scientist published a _________ report that ended the debate once and for all.
- 14. deliberately planned; to achieve a goal, accomplish a purpose. Every detail of the project was _________ , from the timeline to the materials, leaving nothing to chance.
- 15. give pleasure to. The surprise party helped _________ him, filling the evening with smiles and satisfaction.
Down
- 1. tend to meet or come together. Streams of people began to _________ at the stadium, filling the entrance from every direction.
- 2. one who expects things to turn out for the best; person who looks on the bright side. Even during difficult times, the _________ focused on future opportunities instead of current problems.
- 3. make worse. A head injury can _________ coordination, making simple movements more difficult to control.
- 4. having a secret meaning. The message was so _________ that only someone who knew the backstory could understand what it truly meant.
- 5. inclined or eager to do good. The _________ woman spent her weekends donating supplies and helping families she had never met.
- 7. excessive sense of self-importance; lack of consideration for others. His _________ showed when he took credit for the group’s success and ignored everyone else’s efforts.
- 10. move or act hesitantly or unsteadily. Under the pressure of the crowd, her voice began to _________ , and her steps grew uncertain.
- 11. one who resists or opposes. The knight knew his _________ would block every move, since the two had been on opposite sides of the battle for years.
- 13. grow less in intensity or degree. As the medication took effect, the pain began to _________ , allowing him to rest comfortably.