high-octane

adjective

high-oc·​tane ˈhī-ˈäk-ˌtān How to pronounce high-octane (audio)
1
: having a high octane number and hence good antiknock properties
high-octane gasoline
2
: very powerful, strong, or effective
high-octane football
high-octane coffee

Examples of high-octane in a Sentence

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An original anime feature set in an alternate 2027 Japan is at the Tokyo Gap-Financing Market, promising a high-octane blend of feudal imagery and futuristic warfare. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025 Its true allure for gnar-seekers lies in its rugged, high-octane terrain. Charles Curkin, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025 Later, the Cowboys and their high-octane offense will face the stout Broncos defense. Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025 Then, Olivia scurried off into an enclave off the side stage as Dylan and Daniella punched up into a high-octane, athletic routine. Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for high-octane

Word History

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of high-octane was in 1931

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“High-octane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-octane. Accessed 1 Nov. 2025.

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high-octane

adjective
: having a high octane number and therefore good antiknock properties
high-octane gasoline

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