(her-cu-le-an) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. requiring great strength or effort.

Example Sentence

Plowing the city streets after the blizzard of 1996 was a herculean task.

More Example Sentences

He made a herculean attempt to lift it.

Synonyms

gigantic; strenuous; tough

Antonyms

easy; simple; effortless

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Rhymes

  • julian
  • julien

  • herculean
  • st_julien