Across
- 1. able to speak clearly and expressively
- 5. explained in detail
- 6. A general truth or rule of conduct; a short
- 7. kindly, charitable
- 10. absolute hatred
- 12. scratched cut into
- 13. tax collector
- 14. friends; companions who share one's activities
- 16. persuasion of voters in a political campaign
Down
- 2. easily manage or controlled
- 3. A false reason deceptive excuse
- 4. a small wood or thicket
- 8. lively sprightly full of energy
- 9. Characterized by filth, grime, or squalor; foul
- 11. dainty or delicate
- 15. Having hidden meaning