H words Flashcards
1
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hackneyed
A
overused, stale, banal
2
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hairbreadth
A
a very small amount or margin.
3
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halva
A
a Middle Eastern confection made of sesame flour and honey
4
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hamper
A
to prevent the movement or action of, impede, inhibit
5
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hedonism
A
single-minded pursuit of pleasure
6
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heraldry
A
the system by which coats of arms and other armorial bearings are devised, described, and regulated.
7
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hilarity
A
merriment
8
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histrionics
A
exaggerated dramatic behavior designed to attract attention.
9
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homogeneous
A
made up of similar parts
10
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hoosier
A
a native or inhabitant of Indiana.
11
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hypnopompic
A
of or relating to the state immediately preceding waking up.
12
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hypocorism
A
A pet name
13
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hypocrite
A
a person who claims to be what he is not
