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These are the 12 vocabulary words starting with H from our free 565-word 11 plus vocabulary list, from habitable to hygienic including 1 advanced word of the kind that separates top verbal reasoning scores. Each entry shows the meaning, synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence — the exact skills tested in GL and CEM verbal reasoning, comprehension and cloze questions. You can also download the full list as a free PDF or practise these words with our free vocabulary games.
Suitable or fit for living in; capable of supporting life
“Scientists search for habitable planets that could support human life.”
Synonyms: livable, inhabitable, suitable, hospitable
Antonyms: uninhabitable, unlivable, hostile
The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism
“The rainforest is the natural habitat of thousands of unique species.”
Synonyms: environment, home, territory, surroundings
To bring or come to an abrupt stop; to cease movement or activity
“The commander ordered the troops to halt at the river crossing.”
Synonyms: stop, cease, pause, discontinue
Antonyms: continue, proceed, advance
A small square piece of cloth used for wiping the nose or face
“He pulled out a clean handkerchief to wipe his brow.”
Synonyms: hanky, tissue, kerchief, cloth
Done or acting with excessive speed; rushed without careful consideration
“His hasty decision to quit his job left him struggling financially.”
Synonyms: rushed, hurried, rash, impulsive
Antonyms: deliberate, careful, cautious
A three-dimensional spiral curve, like a corkscrew or spring shape
“DNA is structured as a double helix of intertwined strands.”
Synonyms: spiral, coil, corkscrew, twist
Antonyms: straight line
Having qualities of bravery, courage, and noble character associated with a hero
“The firefighter's heroic rescue saved three children from the burning building.”
Synonyms: brave, courageous, valiant, gallant
Antonyms: cowardly, fearful, timid
A deliberately planned deception or trick intended to make people believe something false
“The viral photo turned out to be an elaborate hoax.”
Synonyms: trick, deception, fraud, prank
Antonyms: truth, reality, fact
A day of celebration or rest from work, or a period of travel away from home for recreation
“The family planned a holiday to the seaside for the summer.”
Synonyms: vacation, break, getaway, festival
Antonyms: workday, routine
Having an empty space or cavity inside; not solid throughout
“The squirrel stored nuts inside the hollow tree trunk.”
Synonyms: empty, vacant, void, unfilled
Antonyms: solid, full, filled
Having a modest view of one's importance; not proud or arrogant
“Despite his fame, the actor remained humble and approachable.”
Synonyms: modest, unassuming, meek, unpretentious
Antonyms: proud, arrogant, conceited
Clean and free from disease-causing contaminants; promoting good health through cleanliness
“The kitchen must be kept hygienic to prevent food poisoning.”
Synonyms: sanitary, clean, sterile, antiseptic
Antonyms: unhygienic, unsanitary, dirty
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