effective vs high-octane

effective

adj
  • Having the power to produce a required effect or effects. 

  • approximate; Not describing the fundamental dynamic changes in some system as they happen. 

  • Efficient, serviceable, or operative, available for useful work. 

  • Having no negative coefficients. 

  • Producing a decided or decisive effect. 

  • Actually in effect. 

noun
  • a soldier fit for duty 

high-octane

adj
  • High powered, energetic, forceful or dynamic. 

  • Having a high octane number, good anti-knock characteristics; used in high performance vehicles. 

  • Highly intoxicating or caffeinated. 

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