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herculean

her·cu·lean

US/hɜːɹˈkjuːliən/ uncommon

adjective

1.

displaying superhuman strength or power

  • “herculean exertions”
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2.

of extreme difficulty; requiring the strength of a Hercules

  • “a herculean task”
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Origin

From Hercules + -an.

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