Across
- 1. (of a building or object) in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect
- 4. painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints
- 6. a person who engages in a pursuit
- 8. the interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations
- 11. an alliance for combined action
- 13. lacking restraint in spending money or using resources
- 14. a collectible object such as a piece of furniture or work of art that has a high value because of its considerable age
- 16. decorative handwriting or handwritten lettering
- 18. the action of clearing someone of blame or suspicion
- 19. relating to an early stage in evolutionary development; primeval
Down
- 2. of a liquid) giving off bubbles; fizzy
- 3. widespread destruction
- 5. a false, absurd, or distorted representation of something
- 7. loyal, reliable, and hardworking
- 9. move skillfully or carefully
- 10. made in imitation; artificial
- 12. intimidate (someone), typically into doing something, with stern or abusive words
- 15. spoil the surface or appearance
- 16. the treatment of disease by the use of chemical substances
- 17. relating to or affecting cattle