affluent vs effluent
Definitions
noun
- a branch that flows into the main stream
- an affluent person; a person who is financially well off
adjective
- having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value
Examples
If you have access to a computer and can read this post, the chances are you are in the top 5% of the worlds most affluential people.
The best health was enjoyed by those people who reported less stress in their lives, people under the age of 55 and those living in affluent areas.
They've successfully expanded that to include the 'mass-affluent' and include a younger set of customers.
Definitions
noun
- water mixed with waste matter
adjective
- that is flowing outward
Examples
The roots of the reeds contain naturally occurring bacteria which transform toxic elements contained in factory effluent, into benign substances.
Noise rose from below like effluent from a blocked toilet and the light was so dim the waitress had to check the reservation book with a torch.
In future it will be necessary to pump this effluent, to aerate it and de-water surplus sludge from the treatment process.
