Across
- 3. , famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.
- 5. with courage or determination
- 7. , tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely.
- 8. , make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.
- 10. ,the quality of being free from pretense, deceit, or hypocrisy.
- 11. ,careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.
- 12. , concerned with or involving the theory of a subject or area of study rather than its practical application.
Down
- 1. , having a pleasant appearance or manner
- 2. , the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues.
- 4. , advise and authorize the use of (a medicine or treatment) for someone, especially in writing.
- 6. ,a note of explanation or comment added to a text or diagram.
- 9. ,having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.