Across
- 5. Involving actions or measures taken in advance to prevent harm or mitigate risk.
- 7. Pertaining to the authority or power of a particular legal or administrative jurisdiction.
- 9. The distance between successive crests or troughs of a wave, often used in the context of light or electromagnetic waves.
- 12. The process of covering walls with decorative paper or material to enhance the interior of a room.
- 15. Something that is considered extremely unpleasant or morally offensive.
- 16. The feeling of being upset or discouraged when one's efforts are hindered or unfulfilled.
- 17. The process of acquiring knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes through formal or informal means.
- 19. The quality of being creative and open to new ideas, often leading to the development of new solutions or products.
- 20. Pertaining to a legislative body or system of government where elected representatives make and pass laws.
Down
- 1. A joyful and festive observance or event to mark a special occasion.
- 2. Electricity generated by the movement of water, typically from dams and turbines.
- 3. Pertaining to or associated with the government or governing authorities.
- 4. The process of meeting the necessary requirements or standards to be considered suitable or eligible for a particular role or task.
- 6. The act of traveling or investigating a new area or subject to gain knowledge or make discoveries.
- 8. Relating to or emphasizing usefulness, practicality, or functionality over aesthetic or artistic considerations.
- 10. The visible features of an area of land, often including natural elements like mountains, rivers, and trees.
- 11. The act of making a process or task easier or more accessible for others.
- 13. A state of being cheerful, carefree, and free from anxiety or seriousness.
- 14. The ability to comprehend or grasp the meaning or significance of something; sympathy or empathy for others.
- 18. A person who studies and has a deep interest in the natural world, including plants, animals, and ecosystems.
