Across
- 5. way of regarding situations, facts, etc., and judging their relative importance; syn: mindset, viewpoint, context
- 8. to oppose successfully; prevent from accomplishing a purpose; syn: defeat, foil
- 9. a level of worthiness, achievement, or reputation; syn: degree, position
- 11. a special quality or power capable of influencing or inspiring large numbers of people; syn: magnetism, allure
- 12. a feeling of, or the expression of, joy or exultation; syn: happiness, festivity; ant: unhappy, sorrow
- 14. quick and light in movement; moving with ease; syn: agile, swift; ant: clumsy, stiff
- 15. arrogant behavior, conduct, or manner; syn: gloat, strut; ant: deprecate, humbleness
Down
- 1. to increase to the greatest possible amount or degree; syn: augment, boost; ant: decrease, lessen
- 2. requiring or compelling speedy action or attention; syn: critical, imperative; ant: insignificant, minor
- 3. filled with, or inspired by, intense enthusiasm; syn: ardent, passionate; ant: indifferent, unconcerned
- 4. speed of motion, action, or operation; syn: acceleration, momentum
- 6. the act of taking retributory actions; “an eye for an eye;” syn: revenge, retribution; ant: forgiveness, pardon
- 7. not eligible; not permitted or suitable; syn: unfit, unqualified; ant: qualified, suitable
- 10. causing fear or discouragement; intimidating; syn: discouraging, scary; ant: calming, encouraging
- 13. loud enough to be heard; syn: distinct, clear; ant: unnoticeable, indistinct