Verbs Crossword 1

1. be a typical example of or give an example of; illustrate by giving an example
3. express severe disapproval of (someone or something) especially in a formal statement
5. behave in a way that belittles or degrades (someone)
6. give a lot of public attention and approval to (someone); treat as a celebrity
9. accept something reluctantly but without protest
11. evoke or draw out (a response, answer, or fact) from someone in reaction to one's own actions or questions
13. provide evidence to support or prove the truth of
14. delay or prevent (someone or something) by obstructing them; hinder
16. persuade (someone) to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery
17. dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of (a statement or motive); call into question
19. lessen the effectiveness, power, or ability of, especially gradually or insidiously or erode the base or foundation of (a rock formation)
21. make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense
22. clear (someone) of blame or suspicion or show or prove to be right, reasonable, or justified
23. arouse or inspire (an emotion or feeling) or light or set on fire

2. compose, perform, or produce something such as music or a speech without preparation; improvise
3. come together to form one mass or whole
4. alternate or waver between different opinions or actions; be indecisive
7. treat in a way that is apparently kind or helpful but that betrays a feeling of superiority or frequent (a store, theater, restaurant, or other establishment) as a customer
8. argue or elaborate (a subject) in excessive detail or attack or assault (someone) physically or verbally
10. perceive or recognize (something) or distinguish (someone or something) with difficulty by sight or with the other senses
12. regard or represent as being of little worth
14. convey (a meaning or intention) indirectly through what one says, rather than stating it
15. protect from harm or damage with an appropriate measure
18. prevent or hinder the progress of
20. make (something) clear; explain