Hinder means to delay, impede, or make things difficult. The leg cast may hinder some of her movements. Prevent means to stop something from happening or succeeding. If you take precautions, you will prevent an accident.
Difference between Hilarious and Hysterical
Hilarious refers to something (not a person) being very funny. The film was simply hilarious. Hysterical refers to people when they lose control of their emotions. We laughed hysterically at the film.
Difference between Hew and Hue
Hew means to cut or chop using a sharp instrument (e.g., axe). The fire fighters used an axe to hew the dead trees from the forest. Hue is a gradient of color that helps to classify other colors. We picked a blue hue of paint to match the living room chairs.
Difference between Heroin and Heroine
Heroin is a drug. Heroine is the principal female character in a novel, poem, or drama. It can also refer to a woman noted for courage, daring action, or special achievement.
Difference between Heritage and Hermitage
Heritage refers to inherited property, status acquired through birth, or a tradition. Hermitage refers to a place where one can live in seclusion (an abbey or monastery).
Difference between Herein and Herewith
Both Herein and Herewith are business jargon and should be avoided in writing.