Answer:

nerved

Answer	Crossword Clue
NERVED	Gave courage to
NERVED	Encouraged.
NERVED	Invigorated.

NERVED	Strengthened.
NERVED	Gave courage to.
NERVED	Gave vigor to.
NERVED	Showing courage
NERVED	Strengthened
NERVED	Braced (oneself)
NERVED	Weak-... (jumpy)

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.