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sober

The correct spelling is sober.

How to pronounce sober

/ˈsəʊ.bə(ɹ)/
verb

IPA: /ˈsəʊ.bə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Sob-er

The correct spelling is sober. (often with up) To make or become sober. For example: "It took him hours to sober up."

Usage Examples

It took him hours to sober up.

1890, John Charles, The Godly, Righteous, And Sober Life

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(often with up) To make or become sober.
  2. 2.(often with up) To overcome or lose a state of intoxication.
  3. 3.To moderate one's feelings

adjective

  1. 1.Not drunk; not intoxicated
  2. 2.Not given to excessive drinking of alcohol
  3. 3.Moderate; realistic; serious; not playful; not passionate; cool; self-controlled
  4. 4.Dull; not bright or colorful
  5. 5.Subdued; solemn; grave

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