Across
- 2. using or showing judgment as to action or practical expediency; discreet, prudent, or politic
- 4. a superficial appearance or illusion of something.
- 8. to invent fictitiously or deceptively, as a story or an excuse`
- 9. haughtily disdainful or contemptuous, as a person or a facial expression
- 10. to regard with extreme repugnance or aversion; detest utterly; loathe; abominate
- 11. a breaker or destroyer of images, especially those set up for religious veneration
- 13. warmly and pleasantly cheerful; cordial
- 14. standing out so as to be seen easily; particularly noticeable
- 15. alleviating or lessening grief, sorrow, or disappointment; giving comfort
Down
- 1. of, relating to, or characterized by ecstasy or a state of sudden, intense, overpowering emotion
- 3. causing fear or discouragement; intimidating
- 5. any witty, ingenious, or pointed saying tersely expressed
- 6. regarded as holy; venerated; sacred
- 7. feeling or showing great joy, satisfaction, or triumph; rejoicing; exultant
- 12. a harsh discordant mixture of sounds