Across
- 4. To cause to happen suddenly or prematurely
- 8. To persuade by flattery or trickery
- 11. Existing in name only; very small
- 13. A perfect example or embodiment of something
- 17. To draw out or bring forth a response
- 18. To improve or make something better
- 22. Expression of approval or praise
- 23. Bitter and harsh in tone or speech
- 25. A break or interruption in continuity
- 26. A state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy
- 27. To violate or overstep boundaries
- 28. To speak or write with strong hostility
- 29. To express sympathy or compassion
- 30. A state of agitation or intense activity
Down
- 1. Moral or cultural decline due to excessive indulgence
- 2. Self-confidence or poise, especially under pressure
- 3. Tired or bored, especially from excess
- 5. To intervene on behalf of someone
- 6. Narrow-minded or unsophisticated
- 7. Inciting rebellion against authority
- 9. High-sounding but with little meaning; inflated
- 10. Inexperienced or immature
- 12. Relating to supernatural or magical beliefs
- 14. To rise above or go beyond
- 15. A special right or privilege
- 16. To attribute something to a cause
- 19. A natural inclination or tendency
- 20. To steal or embezzle, especially public funds
- 21. Excessively smooth or flattering, often insincere
- 24. To speed up the progress of something
