ACT Vocab Crossword

showing or implying a usually patronizing descent from dignity or superiority
following one another in uninterrupted succession or order
the outline of a figure or body; the edge or line that defines or bounds a shape or object
decrease in size, number, or range
to speak contrary to the assertions of
to place in or bring into mutual or reciprocal relation; establish in orderly connection
an immediate consequence or easily drawn conclusion
inclined to find fault or to judge with severity, often too readily
unwieldy; clumsy
the amount by which a sum of money falls short of the required amount
to lower in dignity, honor, or standing
to represent by or as if by painting
to settle or decide
not possessing, untouched by, void, or destitute
to change; alter
to spread or scatter widely or thinly
to deviate or wander away from the main topic or purpose in speaking or writing
to make or cause to seem smaller, less important
an instance or difference; inconsistency
lacking desire or willingness; unwilling
to surprise in such a manner as to disillusion
state of mind regarding something
pertaining to or characterized by energy or effective action
a blocking of light
to rise or come forth from or as if from water or other liquid