🍵sober

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