| Term | Definition |
| Halcyon | calm, tranquil, peaceful |
| harbinger | omen or a person foreshadowing an event |
| havelock | flap from back of cap for protection from the sun |
| hedonist | person whose life is devoted to finding pleasure and happiness |
| hiatus | vacation or break from a routine |
| hirsute | hairy |
| histrionic | dramatic, theatrical |
| hoary | gray or white with age |
| homily | sermon or message with a biblical reference |
| hyperbole | obvious exaggeration |
| hypocorism | a pet name or nickname |
| heinous | wicked, vile |
| heresy | unbelief |
| hapless | unlucky |
| humility | selfless, modest, humble |