Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hydra-headed

Adjective

/ˈhaɪ.drəˌhɛd.ɪd/

Definition

Hydra-headed refers to something that has many different sources or aspects, often implying complexity or difficulty in addressing a multifaceted issue.

Examples

Dealing with the hydra-headed problems of poverty requires a comprehensive strategy.
The project was a hydra-headed undertaking, involving various teams and countless tasks.

Meaning

This term is derived from the mythological Hydra, a serpent-like creature with many heads. When one head was cut off, two more would grow in its place, symbolizing the challenges faced when trying to deal with problems that seem to multiply.