Across
- 2. a harsh discordant mixture of sounds.
- 3. praise enthusiastically.
- 5. without the basic necessities of life.
- 9. the force or energy with which a body moves.
- 10. diminish the worth or value of (a quality or achievement).
- 11. short, pithy statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct.
- 12. understand (a difficult problem or an enigmatic person) after much thought.
- 14. prevent (someone) from accomplishing something.
- 15. extremely impressive or daunting.
- 17. a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.
- 18. the body of words used in a particular language.
- 19. cause (someone) to feel confused because they cannot understand or make sense of something.
- 20. totally bewilder or perplex.
Down
- 1. occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady.
- 4. (of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness.
- 6. set free, especially from legal, social, or political restrictions.
- 7. spending a lot of time studying or reading.
- 8. show deep regret, dismay, or resentment for something.
- 13. a place of refuge or safety.
- 16. (of a difficulty or obstacle) impossible to overcome.