Part of Speech
adjective
Definition
endless and unavailing, as labor or a task
Origin + Etymology
Mid 17th century; Greek
from Latin Sisypheius (based on Greek Sisuphos)
Synonyms
- unending
- unavailing
Antonyms
- completed
- finished
Example
Her relentless pursuit of perfection is a Sisyphean task.
Usage Over Time
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