Across
- 3. progressive increase in intensity
- 7. state of being independent
- 8. intensely irritated
- 10. essential or fundamental
- 12. an act that goes against the law
- 13. two things depending on each other
- 15. to cancel or postpone punishment
- 16. ability to float
- 18. give up
- 19. very lenient or permissive
- 20. gentle and kindly
- 21. laziness
- 22. standing out; clearly visible
- 23. in a very careful and thorough way
Down
- 1. intensely painful
- 2. filled with energy and excitement
- 4. feeling very happy; thrilling
- 5. moral uprightness
- 6. widespread respect based on achievements
- 9. in a clever way
- 11. in a way that shows great detail
- 14. free from obligation
- 17. severe mental or physical pain/suffering