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Vocabulary List #3
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Conundrum (n.) | a confusing and difficult problem or question. Synonyms: puzzle, riddle, dilemma |
| Ephemeral (adj.) | lasting for a very short time. Synonyms: fleeting, transient, short-lived |
| Hegemony (n.) | leadership or dominance, especially by one country or social group over others. Synonyms: dominance, supremacy, power |
| Innate (adj.) | inborn; natural. Synonyms: inherent, natural, inborn |
| Juxtapose (v.) | to place or deal with close together for contrasting effect. Synonyms: contrast, compare, place side-by-side |
| Mitigate (v.) | to make something less severe, serious, or painful. Synonyms: alleviate, lessen, ease |