H-Word List

Question 1

Harangue

Answer 1

(N)-a lengthy and aggressive speech.

(V)-lecture (someone) at length in an aggressive and critical manner.

Question 2

Hasp

Answer 2

(N)-a slotted hinged metal plate that forms part of a fastening for a door or lid and is fitted over a metal loop and secured by a pin or padlock.

Question 3

Hearten

Answer 3

(V)-to give courage or confidence to; cheer.

Question 4

Heuristic

Answer 4

(Adj)-serving to indicate or point out; stimulating interest as a means of furthering investigation.

Question 5

Hieratic

Answer 5

(Adj)-of or concerning priests.

Question 6

Homily

Answer 6

(N)-a religious discourse that is intended primarily for spiritual edification rather than doctrinal instruction; a sermon.

Question 7

Hyperbole

Answer 7

(N)-obvious and intentional exaggeration.

Question 8

Hypergamy

Answer 8

(N)- the action of marrying or forming a sexual relationship with a person of a superior sociological or educational background.