Meaning of the word Herculean in English

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Herculean

US /ˌhɝː.kjuˈliː.ən/

UK /ˌhɝː.kjuˈliː.ən/

requiring great strength or effort

Example:

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Moving that piano was a Herculean task.

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She made a Herculean effort to finish the marathon.

Synonym:

arduous strenuous demanding formidable titanic

having or showing great strength or size

Example:

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The bodybuilder had a Herculean physique.

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He possessed a Herculean strength that amazed everyone.

Synonym:

mighty powerful robust brawny colossal

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