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Habit

Habit- A regular practice.

Example: She has a habit of reading before bed.


Habitat

Habitat- The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

Example: The rainforest is a habitat for many species.


Halt

Halt- To stop.

Example: The train came to a halt.


Harm

Harm - To injure.

Example: He would never harm a fly.


Harsh

Harsh- Very unpleasant.

Example: The winter was harsh.


Harvest

Harvest - To gather crops.

Example: They harvest apples in the fall.


Hasty

Hasty- Done quickly.

Example: He made a hasty decision.


Hazard

Hazard- A danger or risk.

Example: Smoking poses a hazard to your health.


Healthy

Healthy- In good health.

Example: She eats healthy foods.


Hero

Hero - A person admired for courage.

Example: The firefighter is a hero.


Hesitate

Hesitate- To pause.

Example: He hesitated before answering.


Hidden

Hidden- Out of sight.

Example: They found the hidden treasure.


Hierarchy

Hierarchy- A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

Example: The military has a strict hierarchy.


Highlight

Highlight- To emphasize.

Example: The report highlights the key issues.


Hilarious

Hilarious- Very funny.

Example: The movie was hilarious.


Honest

Honest- Truthful.

Example: He is an honest person.


Honor

Honor- Respect given to someone.

Example: They honor the veterans each year.


Hope

Hope - To wish for something.

Example: I hope for a better future.


Horizon

Horizon- The line where the earth and sky appear to meet.

Example: The sun set below the horizon.


Humble

Humble- Not proud.

Example: She is very humble about her achievements.


Humiliate

Humiliate- To make someone feel ashamed.

Example: They humiliated him in front of the class.


Humor

Humor - The quality of being funny.

Example: His humor made everyone laugh.