Spelling Book pg. 6

Puzzle
Use the list words to complete the crossword puzzle

ACROSS
1. a representative: lenient
2. to make free of germs: sterilize
3. something that has typical qualities: epitome
4. approximate count: estimate
5. to cause self-consciousness: exaggerate
6. to rot; wear away: erode
7. foreign office: embassy
8. middle-sized: medium
9. female host: hostess
10. deserving respect: leeway
11. setting or surroundings: environment
12. older; of highest rank: senior

DOWN
1. to hate: despise
2. something remembered: sacred
3. margin; extra room: betray
4. to give as proof; state facts
5. to deceive or desert:
6. tiresome; boring: tedious
7. to make larger than reality
8. mild; merciful: embarrass