Really strong like, in Greek mythology, Hercules.
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The body builder's muscles were so big that he must have Herculean strength. Sometimes going to work on a Monday can seem a Herculean task.
an effort off herculeasHercules was a mythological figure of great size and strength. A Herculean effort is to say that one is strong, vigorous and determined in their attempt to achieve a result, as in a Herculean task.
Herculean |ˌhərkyəˈlēən; hərˈkyoōlēən|adjective requiring great strength or effort : a Herculean task.• (of a person) muscular and strong.ORIGIN late 16th cent. (in the sense [relating to Hercules] ): from LatinHerculeus 'Hercules' + -an .
The allusion to Herculean effort refers to an exceptionally great and difficult task or undertaking. It originates from the myth of Hercules, who performed twelve extraordinary labors that required immense strength, skill, and determination. When someone mentions a Herculean effort, they are highlighting the monumental nature of the challenge being faced.
Hercules, Greece's greatest hero
A "herculean" task (after Hercules' 12 labors).
Herculean comes from the Greek root word Hercules (the famous Greek hero). Hercules was given several tasks to perform, which were almost impossible for a mortal man to accomplish. He did, and from that point on, all difficult (near impossible) tasks were referred to a "Herculean" in scope or nature.
herculean task for his brain cells :p
Herculean - song - was created on 2006-10-30.
Parting with someone you really like is a herculean task.
This math problem is herculean, only geniuses can solve it.