sober

US /ˈsoʊ.bɚ/
UK /ˈsoʊ.bɚ/
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1.

not affected by alcohol; not drunk.

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He was completely sober after the party.
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She drove home, feeling perfectly sober.
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clear-headedunintoxicatedabstinenttemperate
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drunkintoxicatedtipsyinebriatedwasted
2.

serious, sensible, and solemn.

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His expression was sober as he delivered the bad news.
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The judge maintained a sober demeanor throughout the trial.
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serioussolemngraveearnestthoughtful
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frivolouslightheartedjovialplayfulgiddy
3.

plain and not brightly colored.

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He wore a sober gray suit to the funeral.
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The room was decorated in sober tones of blue and white.
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plainmutedsubdueddrabsomber
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flashygaudyvibrantbrightcolorful
1.

make or become sober after drinking alcohol.

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He needed time to sober up before driving.
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The cold shower helped him sober up quickly.
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dry outclear one's headcome to one's senses
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intoxicateinebriateget drunk
2.

make or become more serious, sensible, or solemn.

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The news of the accident helped to sober the mood of the party.
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His words sobered her, making her realize the gravity of the situation.
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calmsettlequietenbring down to earth
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exciteenlivencheer up
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sober up