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herculean

adjective

extremely difficult; requiring the strength of a Hercules

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
H
Ends with
N
Contains
ER
Scrabble score
14
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

hɜːɹˈkjuːliən

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Definitions

adjective

  1. extremely difficult; requiring the strength of a Hercules

    “a herculean task”

adjective

  1. displaying superhuman strength or power

    “herculean exertions”

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Example Sentences

a herculean task
herculean exertions

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