Vocabulaires

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Hawker definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈhɔː.kər/

a person who travels about selling goods, typically from door to door or on the street

"The hawker sold fresh fruits from his cart."

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Haze

noun C1
/heɪz/

a slight obscuration of the lower atmosphere, typically caused by fine suspended particles; confusion

"The morning haze lifted gradually as the sun rose higher in the sky."

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Hazy

adjective C1
/ˈheɪzi/

Unclear, misty, or not easy to see; also vague or uncertain.

"The mountains looked hazy in the morning light."

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Head-on

adverb C1
/ˈhed ɑn/

directly facing; in direct confrontation or collision

"The two cars collided head-on at the intersection."

adverb C1
/ˌhɛdˈfɜrst/

With the head leading; in a reckless or hasty manner.

"He dived headfirst into the pool."

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headlong

adverb C1
/ˈhɛdˌlɔŋ/

With the head leading; in a rush or without thinking.

"She rushed headlong into the new project."

adjective C1
/ˈhɛdˌstrɔŋ/

Determined to do what one wants, even if it is not sensible.

"The headstrong child refused to listen to anyone."

noun C1
/ˈhed.weɪ/

forward movement or progress, especially when this is slow or difficult

"Despite the challenges, the research team made significant headway in developing the new vaccine."

adjective C1
/ˈhɛlθfəl/

Promoting good health; beneficial to health.

"A healthful diet includes fresh fruits and vegetables."

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Hearsay

noun C1
/ˈhɪərseɪ/

Information received from other people that cannot be substantiated; rumor.

"The decision was based on hearsay, not evidence."

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Heartily

adverb C1
/ˈhɑr.tɪ.li/

in a sincere and enthusiastic manner; wholeheartedly

"She heartily welcomed her guests to the party."

adjective C1
/ˈhɑːrtˌrɛndɪŋ/

Causing great sadness or distress; very moving emotionally.

"The documentary showed heartrending scenes of war victims."

noun C1
/ˈhiːdəˌnɪzəm/

The pursuit of pleasure and self-indulgence as the highest goal.

"The lifestyle of the rich is often criticized as pure hedonism."

noun C1
/ˈhiːdənɪst/

A person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life.

"She was called a hedonist because she always prioritized enjoyment over duty."

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heed

verb C1
/hiːd/

to pay attention to; to take notice of

"You should heed the teacher's advice."

adjective C1
/ˈhiːdləs/

showing a reckless lack of care or attention

"He drove with heedless disregard for the rules."

heighten definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈhaɪtən/

to make or become greater in intensity or degree

"The announcement served to heighten the excitement in the room."

adjective C1
/ˈheɪ.nəs/

extremely wicked, deeply offensive, or shockingly evil

"The dictator was condemned for his heinous crimes against humanity."

noun C1
/ˈɛər.luːm/

a valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations

"The ring is a family heirloom passed down from her grandmother."

Helm definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Helm

noun C1
/hɛlm/

a position of leadership or the steering apparatus of a ship

"After years of service, she finally took the helm of the company."

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hem

noun/verb C1
/hɛm/

the edge of a piece of cloth that is folded and sewn; to fold and sew the edge of cloth

"She hemmed the dress to make it shorter."

noun/verb C1
/ˈhɛmərɪdʒ/

A significant loss of blood from a ruptured blood vessel, or to lose blood heavily.

"The patient suffered a severe brain hemorrhage."

noun/verb C1
/ˈhɛrəld/

A person or thing that announces or signals the approach of something; to announce or signal.

"The blooming flowers herald the arrival of spring."

noun C1
/ˈhɜːrbɪsaɪd/

A chemical substance used to kill unwanted plants, especially weeds.

"Farmers used herbicide to protect their crops from invasive weeds."

Herbivorous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/hɜːrˈbɪvərəs/

Feeding only on plants.

"Cows are herbivorous animals that eat only grass and plants."

adverb/noun C1
/ˌhɪərˈæftər/

from now on; in the future; also refers to life after death.

"Hereafter, all reports must be submitted electronically."

adjective C1
/həˈrɛdəˌtɛri/

passed from parents to their children through genes or by inheritance.

"Diabetes can be a hereditary condition."

noun C1
/ˈhɛrəsi/

belief or opinion that goes against established religious doctrine or accepted beliefs.

"In medieval times, heresy was often punished severely."

noun C1
/ˈhɛrətɪk/

a person who holds beliefs that go against established religious teachings or accepted beliefs.

"The church declared him a heretic for his radical ideas."

noun C1
/ˈhɜːrmɪt/

A person who lives alone and apart from society, often for religious or spiritual reasons.

"The old hermit lived in a cave for decades."

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hernia

noun C1
/ˈhɜːrniə/

A medical condition where an organ pushes through the muscle or tissue holding it in place.

"The doctor diagnosed him with an inguinal hernia."

heroism definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈhɛroʊˌɪzəm

Great bravery; the qualities or attributes of a hero.

"The heroism of freedom fighters inspires the nation."

Heron definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Heron

noun C1
/ˈherən/

large wading bird with long legs and neck that feeds on fish

"The heron stood motionless by the water's edge, waiting for fish."

noun C1
/ˈhɛzɪtəns/

The quality or state of being reluctant or uncertain.

"Her hesitance to speak up delayed the decision."

noun C1
/ˈhɛzɪtənsi/

The tendency to pause or delay due to uncertainty or fear.

"His hesitancy in answering made everyone doubt his confidence."

adjective C1
/ˌhɛtərəˈʤiːniəs/

consisting of different kinds or diverse elements

"The classroom was filled with a heterogeneous group of students."

noun C1
/ˈhɛksəˌɡɒn/

A six-sided polygon.

"A honeycomb cell is shaped like a hexagon."

noun C1
/ˈheɪˌdeɪ/

The period of greatest success, popularity, or power.

"In its heyday, the company dominated the market."

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hiatus

noun C1
/haɪˈeɪtəs/

A pause or break in continuity of a process or activity.

"The show returned after a long hiatus."

verb C1
/ˈhaɪbərˌneɪt/

To spend the winter in a dormant state, as some animals do.

"Bears hibernate in caves during the winter."

noun C1
/ˈhaɪdəweɪ/

A place used as a retreat or a place to hide.

"The cabin in the woods was their secret hideaway."

adjective C1
/ˈhɪd.i.əs/

extremely ugly or unpleasant

"The crime was so hideous that it shocked the whole town."

adjective C1
/ˌhaɪəˈrɑː.kɪ.kəl/

arranged in order of rank or authority

"The company has a strict hierarchical structure."

hieroglyphics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌhaɪ.roʊˈɡlɪf.ɪks/

a system of writing using pictures or symbols, used especially by ancient Egyptians

"The tomb walls were covered with Egyptian hieroglyphics."

noun C1
/ˈhaɪ.nəs/

a title given to a person of royal rank; the quality or state of being high or elevated

"Your Highness, the royal carriage is ready to take you to the state banquet this evening."

hijack definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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hijack

verb C1
/ˈhaɪdʒæk/

to take control of a vehicle or situation illegally or by force

"The criminals attempted to hijack the airplane."

hinder definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈhɪndər/

To create difficulties that delay or obstruct progress.

"Heavy traffic can hinder emergency services from arriving quickly."

hindrance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈhɪndrəns/

Something that delays or obstructs progress or action.

"Lack of funds was a major hindrance to the project."

noun C1
/ˈhaɪndsaɪt/

Understanding of a situation only after it has happened.

"With the benefit of hindsight, we realized the decision was a mistake."

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hinterland

noun C1
/ˈhɪntərlænd/

The remote or less developed areas away from the coast or a city.

"The farmers came from the rural hinterland to sell their produce in the city."