🍵sober

adjective
/ˈsoʊbər/

Meaning

not affected by alcohol; serious, sensible, and solemn
not affected by alcohol; serious and thoughtful; moderate

Example Sentences

He gave a sober speech about the challenges ahead.

He remained sober throughout the celebration.

Example Expressions

sober as a judge

Synonyms

serious, solemn, thoughtful, sensible, clear-headed, temperate, grave, moderate, abstinent
Entry 1
serious, solemn, thoughtful, sensible, clear-headed
Entry 2
temperate, serious, grave, moderate, abstinent

Antonyms

drunk, intoxicated, tipsy, frivolous, excessive
Entry 1
drunk, intoxicated, tipsy
Entry 2
drunk, intoxicated, frivolous, excessive

Collocations

sober person, sober mood, sober reflection, sober living, sober thoughts, sober assessment, stay sober
Entry 1
sober person, sober mood, sober reflection, sober living
Entry 2
sober person, sober thoughts, sober assessment, stay sober

Related Vocabularies

having an uneven or irregular surface; not smooth or level
liable to decay quickly; short-lived
Blocked up with too much traffic or crowding.
Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering; extremely unfortunate or unsuccessful.
Thinking about or planning the future with imagination and wisdom.
too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous

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