High-octane — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈhī-ˈäk-ˌtān/ high-oc·tane

Meaning & Definition of High-octane

High-octane (adjective)

  1. having a high octane number and hence good antiknock properties
  2. very powerful, strong, or effective

High-octane (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in high-test

    similar: high-test, straight, undiluted, unmixed, enriched, fortified, heavy, big, concentrated, full, full-bodied, heady, lusty, muscular, plush, potent, rich, robust, strong
    opposite: delicate, light, mild, thin, thinned, weak, weakened, dilute, diluted, watered-down, watery

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for High-octane

The most common words with a similar meaning to High-octane:

high-test, straight, undiluted, unmixed, enriched, fortified, heavy, big, concentrated, full, full-bodied, heady, lusty, muscular, plush, potent, rich, robust, strong

Antonyms & Opposite Words for High-octane

Words with the opposite meaning of High-octane:

delicate, light, mild, thin, thinned, weak, weakened, dilute, diluted, watered-down, watery

Origin & Etymology of High-octane

First known use: 1931

Frequently Asked Questions about High-octane

What does "High-octane" mean?

"High-octane" means having a high octane number and hence good antiknock properties. As an adjective, it is defined as: having a high octane number and hence good antiknock properties.

What is another word for "High-octane"?

Other words for "High-octane" include high-test, straight, undiluted, unmixed, enriched, fortified, heavy and big. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "High-octane" you intend.

What are different ways to say "High-octane"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "High-octane". Common alternatives include high-test, straight, undiluted, unmixed, enriched, fortified, heavy, big, concentrated and full.

What is the opposite of "High-octane"?

Antonyms of "High-octane" include delicate, light, mild, thin, thinned, weak, weakened and dilute.

Is "High-octane" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"High-octane" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "High-octane"?

"High-octane" is pronounced /ˈhī-ˈäk-ˌtān/ and divided into syllables as high-oc·tane.

What is the origin of the word "High-octane"?

First known use: 1931.

What is another word for "High-octane" meaning "as in high-test"?

When "High-octane" (adjective) means as in high-test, synonyms include high-test, straight, undiluted, unmixed, enriched and fortified. Opposites in this sense include delicate, light, mild and thin.