Herculean

(hər kyo̵̅o̅lē ən; hʉr′kyo̵̅o̅ lēən, hʉrkyo̵̅o̅ lē′-)

adjective

  1. of Hercules
    1. having the great size, strength, or courage of Hercules; very powerful or courageous
    2. calling for great strength, size, or courage; very difficult to do: a herculean task

See Herculean in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. often herculean Of unusual size, power, or difficulty.
  2. Greek & Roman Mythology
    a. Of or relating to Hercules.
    b. Resembling Hercules.

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