Across
- 2. A shifting series of illusions or images, often associated with the supernatural, dreams, or nightmarish visions.
- 4. A more refined way of expressing simplicity, often referring to an unadorned or minimalist quality.
- 7. A deep, persistent sadness or sorrow, often associated with an introspective or reflective mood.
- 9. A profound or seemingly infinite depth, often used symbolically to represent despair, hopelessness, or the unknown.
- 11. lacking life or vitality; Abandoned and barren, often used to describe landscapes or settings in dark romantic literature.
- 12. A concept of beauty that transcends the ordinary, often associated with vast, overwhelming experiences in nature or the unknown that evoke both awe and terror.
- 13. A style of literature or art characterized by dark, mysterious, and eerie elements, often including decaying structures, supernatural events, or psychological horror.
- 14. A refined term that suggests an untouched, natural state, often linked with the pure or original form of nature.
Down
- 1. A higher-level synonym for individualism, emphasizing self-rule and independence.
- 3. Involving the gruesome, eerie, or horrifying, often related to death or decay.
- 5. Having an unhealthy interest in unpleasant or disturbing subjects, especially death, decay, or disease.
- 6. A theme of being alone or disconnected from society, often leading to psychological torment or exploration of the darker side of human nature.
- 8. A more philosophical term for the soul, suggesting the core or intrinsic nature of something.
- 10. A deeper term for inspiration, highlighting a sense of elation or elevated emotion.
- 14. A worldview that expects the worst outcomes or sees the world as fundamentally negative or hopeless.