Across
- 4. To criticize unfairly; disparage.
- 5. (of a river or road) to follow a winding course. (of a person) to wander aimlessly.
- 6. (of words or a speaker) fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow.
- 9. To make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better.
- 12. Unwilling to spend money or use resources; stingy or frugal.
- 16. Lacking vigor or interest.
- 18. (especially of writing or music) clear and accessible or melodious.
- 19. High-sounding but with little meaning; pompous.
- 20. To reject or void, especially by legal procedure.
Down
- 1. To act in an excessively subservient manner.
- 2. (typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal.
- 3. Of or resembling a farce, especially because of being ludicrously inept.
- 7. Mentally or physically inactive; lethargic.
- 8. To persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery.
- 10. Obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree.
- 11. A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement.
- 13. A convicted criminal who reoffends, especially repeatedly.
- 14. Calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation.
- 15. Hairy.
- 17. Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense.
