Penelopean
📖 Definitions
adjective
1. Involving repetitive or cyclical efforts, often with little apparent progress.
2. Characterized by steadfast loyalty and resilience despite prolonged adversity.
💬 Usage Examples
“We could think of her stories as the unsuccessful attempt to write her memoir, as a Penelopean endeavor in which the tapestry of her life is woven and rewoven.” Joanne O’Leary; Furious Seasons: The Life and Work of Lucia Berlin; Bookforum (New York); Dec 2018/Jan 2019.