Sober ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Sober ( adjective )

1. Not affected by alcohol or drugs; not drunk.
2. Not characterized by or showing a lack of excitement or emotion; calm or serious.
3. Not fanciful or highly colored; realistic.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french sobre, from latin sobrius.

Examples:

1. He was sober when he made the decision.
2. She was sober in her approach to the problem.
3. He was sober in his assessment of the situation.
4. She was sober in her dress, wearing only black and white.
5. He was sober in his speech, avoiding exaggeration.

(As a verb)

Sober ( verb )

1. Not affected by alcohol or drugs; not drunk.
2. Not characterized by or showing a lack of excitement or emotion; calm or serious.
3. Not fanciful or highly colored; realistic.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french sobre, from latin sobrius.

Examples:

1. He was sober when he made the decision.
2. She was sober in her approach to the problem.
3. He was sober in his assessment of the situation.
4. She was sober in her dress, wearing only black and white.
5. He was sober in his speech, avoiding exaggeration.