C2 vocabulary

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Conundrum – a confusing and difficult problem or question Examples: Solving this math problem was a conundrum that took me hours to figure out. The mystery of the missing keys was a conundrum that baffled the detectives. The ethical conundrum of cloning is still being debated by scientists and lawmakers. Ephemeral – lasting for a very short time Examples: The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral and only lasts for a few days. The success of the internet startup was ephemeral and it quickly went bankrupt. The popularity of the latest fashion trend is ephemeral and it will soon be replaced by something else. Inscrutable – difficult to understand or interpret Examples: The politician’s motives were inscrutable and no one knew what he was really after. The ancient text was inscrutable to the modern scholar without translation. The expression on his face was inscrutable, making it hard to tell if he was happy or sad. Myriad – a very large number or variety Examples: The city had a myriad of restaurants to choose from. The book contained a myriad of facts and figures about the history of the region. The artist used a myriad of colors to create a vibrant and complex painting. Ne...