sober

UK
/ˈsəʊ.bə/
US
/ˈsoʊ.bɚ/

Translations

soberverb
sobered
Past Simple
sobered
Past Participle
sobering
Gerund
UK
/ˈsəʊ.bə/
US
/ˈsoʊ.bɚ/
He needs to sober up before driving.
Ему нужно отрезветь, прежде чем садиться за руль.
Synonyms
sober up
dry out
become sober
bring to one's senses
come to one's senses
straighten out
soberadjective
soberer
Comp.
soberest
Super.
UK
/ˈsəʊ.bə/
US
/ˈsoʊ.bɚ/
He made a sober decision after considering all the facts.
Он принял трезвое решение после рассмотрения всех фактов.
Her sober outfit was perfect for the formal event.
Ее сдержанный наряд был идеален для официального мероприятия.
The sober colors of the room created a calming atmosphere.
Умеренные цвета комнаты создавали успокаивающую атмосферу.

Definitions

soberverb
To become more serious or thoughtful.
After hearing the news, he began to sober and reflect on his actions.
To make or become sober, especially from the effects of alcohol.
He decided to sober up before driving home.
To cause (someone) to become serious, sensible, or solemn; to temper or moderate.
The grim economic forecast sobered the investors.
soberadjective
Not affected by alcohol; not drunk.
He promised to stay sober during the entire event.
Serious, sensible, and solemn.
Her sober expression indicated the gravity of the situation.
Muted in color; not bright or showy.
The room was decorated in sober tones of gray and blue.