verbπShare(often with up) To make or become sober."After a long night of celebrating, Sarah needed to sober up before her 8 a.m. history exam. "mindbodyconditionhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(often with up) To overcome or lose a state of intoxication."It took him hours to sober up."mindbodyphysiologymedicineconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo moderate one's feelings"After hearing the bad news, she needed to sober her excitement for the party. "mindattitudeemotionhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareNot drunk; not intoxicated"Even though everyone else was drinking at the party, Mark remained sober because he had to drive home later. "drinkconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareNot given to excessive drinking of alcohol"1890, John Charles, The Godly, Righteous, And Sober Life"drinkconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareModerate; realistic; serious; not playful; not passionate; cool; self-controlled"Her approach to the project was very sober; she avoided unnecessary risk and focused on practical solutions. "attitudecharactermindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareDull; not bright or colorful"The paint job on the shed was a bit sober; it was a muted, grayish color. "appearancestylecolorChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareSubdued; solemn; grave"The teacher's tone was sober during the presentation of the serious news. "attitudecharactermindmoralChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπSharePoor; feeble"The old man's health was quite sober, making it hard for him to walk to the store. "qualityconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
