sobering
ˈsəʊbərɪŋ
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Definition of sobering - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

serious thoughtmaking someone think seriously or realize a serious situation
  • The sobering news made everyone quiet and thoughtful.
  • The sobering report forced the committee to reconsider funding.
  • The sobering silence at the memorial affected even the loudest attendees.
chastening disillusioning thought-provoking
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causing serious reflection or thought
It's a sobering thought that our actions affect future generations.
idea that makes someone feel serious or less cheerful
It's a sobering thought that anyone could lose their job tomorrow.
result that makes people more serious or thoughtful
The news had a sobering effect on the whole team.
sudden awareness that changes your perspective
Her sobering realization about the cost of living made her reconsider her choices.

Origin of sobering

Old English, sober (not drunk)

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  1. French:sérieux, ...
  2. German:ernüchternd, ...
  3. Italian:che fa riflettere, ...
  4. Spanish:sobrecogedor, ...
  5. Portuguese:sério, ...
  6. Chinese:发人深省的, ...
  7. Japanese:考えさせられる, ...
  8. Arabic:مُثِير لِلتَّفْكِيرِ الْجَادِ, ...
  9. Hebrew:מַפְכֵּחַ, ...
  10. Russian:отрезвляющий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:відверезливий, ...
  12. Hindi:गंभीर करने वाला, ...
sober
ˈsoʊ.bər

Definition of sober - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
not drunknot affected by alcohol
  • He drove home completely sober after the party..
abstinent dry teetotal
2.
behaviorserious and thoughtful in character
  • His sober expression showed his concern.
grave serious solemn
3.
moderatenot given to excessive drinking or indulgence
  • She leads a sober lifestyle.
abstinent temperate
4.
appearancesubdued or plain in color or design
  • She chose a sober suit for the interview..
muted restrained

Verb

tr.
1.
sobrietycause to become free from the effects of alcohol
  • A cold shower sobered him up quickly..
cleanse detoxify purify
2.
intoxicationbecome not intoxicated
  • She needs to sober up before driving.
3.
clear thinkingmake someone serious, calm, or composed
  • The accident report sobered the laughing crowd.
4.
realismbecome more realistic
  • The news helped him sober up about his plans.
sober up
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become sober after drinking alcohol
He needs to sober up before driving.
not intoxicated by alcohol or drugs
He was cold sober at the party.
completely sober without any alcohol
After the party, he was still sober as a judge.
completely free from alcohol or drugs
After the party, he was stone-cold sober and drove everyone home safely.
rational consideration of a situation or decision
He approached the problem with sober thought.
place where people live while recovering from addiction
He moved into a sober living house after rehab.

Origin of sober

Latin, sobrius (not drunk)

Examples of sober in a sentence

  • It's important to stay sober when driving.
  • Her sober demeanor made everyone listen attentively.
  • The meeting was conducted in a sober atmosphere.
  • He remained sober despite the party's temptations.
  • Her sober habits were admired by her peers.
  • The room was decorated in sober tones.

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  1. French:sobre, dégriser, ...
  2. German:nüchtern, entnüchtern, ...
  3. Italian:sobrio, disintossicare, ...
  4. Spanish:sobrio, despejar, ...
  5. Portuguese:sóbrio, desintoxicar, ...
  6. Chinese:清醒的, 清醒, ...
  7. Japanese:酔っていない, 酔いを覚ます, ...
  8. Arabic:صاحٍ, أَفَاقَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:פִּיכַּח, לְהִתְפַּכֵּחַ, ...
  10. Russian:трезвый, протрезветь, ...
  11. Ukrainian:тверезий, протверезити, ...
  12. Hindi:होश में, शराब मुक्त करना, ...

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