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Phelpsian Achievement

Also known as a Phelpsian Task.

an accomplishment or goal that is ridiculous and crazy; the very accomplishment of said goal requires the creation of several new adjectives to correctly describe it.

Can also be used sarcastically to imply that the subject is making a much bigger deal about an accomplishment than is necessary.
1. Gold-starring "Won't Get Fooled Again" on Expert on Rock Band Drums without using Overdrive Mode is truly a Phelpsian Achievement.

2. I don't know dude. You want me to date your hideously ugly sister? Thats asking me to do a Phelspian Task.

3. Oh, you beat "Creep" on Easy Rock Band drums? My, my. What a Phelpsian Achievement.
by bill_snizzle October 10, 2008
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Phelpsian

An athletic achievement of epic proportions encompassing speed, endurance, and strength in which one can completely redefine the term of perfection.
Michael Fred Phelps is the only person ever in history to achieve Phelpsian status.
by Pat the og123 October 11, 2008
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Phelpsian

(Felps-ee-un)

1. Having the characteristics of Michael Phelps

2. Used to describe something that is mind-blowing, unbelievable, record-breaking (mainly this one), incredible, etc. especially a feat.
1. If you can break world-records in everything you compete in, you're Phelpsian

2. On Guitar Hero, clearing Through the Fire and Flames 100% on Expert is a Phelpsian feat.
by I-Yes October 12, 2008
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Phelpsian

1. Doing the impossible

2. Silencing doubters

3. Crushing the opposition

4. The best of the best

from Michael Phelps' 8 gold medal performance in the 2008 Beijing Olympics games.
John dropped a Phelpsian performance in beer pong last night; he didn't lose a single game.
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Phelpsian feat

Describing an astronomical human test of strength with insurmountable odds.
Winning 8 Olympic gold medals is truly a Phelpsian feat.
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Phelpsian

(Referring to Michael Phelps' Olympic Gold-Medal record); Winning or succeeding at a highly skilled competition despite the odds; Exceptional athletic abilities; Perfection
"Sweeping that Beer Pong tournament was practically phelpsian."
by lizflam October 11, 2008
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Phelpsian

Taken from swimmer Michael Phelps' record eight Olympic golds in the 2008 Summer Olympics. Characterized by exceptional achievement, consistent excellence or unprecedented dominance.
Mary's ten consecutive wins are nothing short of Phelpsian.

If Tom were to win tonight, it would be his eighth time - a Phelpsian feat.
by esprit15d October 14, 2008
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