Online crossword #315

Advanced English Vocabulary Crossword

A challenging crossword designed to test your mastery of the English language. Put your lexical knowledge to the test with these sophisticated words and complex definitions!

Grid: 21×19 Clues: 15

Author @WalkingWithSun

General

#English #Vocabulary

Clues in this crossword

15 clues

1 down
A state of temporary disuse or suspension
2 down
An object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, thought to have magic powers and bring good luck
3 down
Excessively sweet or sentimental
4 across
Very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful
5 down
A mild or indirect word substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt
6 across
To deliberately avoid using; to abstain from
7 down
A sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior
8 across
Fleeting or transitory; lasting for a very short time
9 across
The use of fallacious arguments, especially with the intention of deceiving
10 down
Brief, to the point, and free of superfluous words
11 across
Present, appearing, or found everywhere at the same time
12 down
A person who behaves obsequiously to someone important in order to gain advantage
13 across
Keenly insightful; shrewd and deeply observant
14 down
Lacking flavor, vigor, or interest; dull
15 across
Favouritism shown to relatives or close friends by those in power

Advanced English Vocabulary Crossword — Crossword #315 • Grid 21×19 • Clues 15 • Author: @WalkingWithSun

Advanced English Vocabulary Crossword

#315

Across

4. Very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful
6. To deliberately avoid using; to abstain from
8. Fleeting or transitory; lasting for a very short time
9. The use of fallacious arguments, especially with the intention of deceiving
11. Present, appearing, or found everywhere at the same time
13. Keenly insightful; shrewd and deeply observant
15. Favouritism shown to relatives or close friends by those in power

Down

1. A state of temporary disuse or suspension
2. An object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, thought to have magic powers and bring good luck
3. Excessively sweet or sentimental
5. A mild or indirect word substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt
7. A sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior
10. Brief, to the point, and free of superfluous words
12. A person who behaves obsequiously to someone important in order to gain advantage
14. Lacking flavor, vigor, or interest; dull