Definitions for: Herculean


[adj] of extreme difficulty; requiring the strength of a Hercules; "a herculean task"
[adj] displaying superhuman strength or power; "herculean exertions"



Webster (1913) Definition: Her*cu"le*an, a. [L. herculeus, fr. Hercules: cf. F.
hercul['e]en. See Hercules.]
1. Requiring the strength of Hercules; hence, very great,
difficult, or dangerous; as, an Herculean task.

2. Having extraordinary strength or size; as, Herculean
limbs. ``Herculean Samson.'' --Milton.

Synonyms: difficult, hard, powerful, superhuman

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