Meaning of 'sober'

adjective

lacking brightness or color

Synonyms: drab

adjective

not affected by a chemical substance, especially alcohol

Example: "The driver claimed to be sober, but a roadside test confirmed the opposite."

adjective

dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises

Synonyms: grave sedate solemn

adjective

completely lacking in playfulness

Synonyms: serious unplayful

verb

become sober after excessive alcohol consumption

Example: "Keep them in bed until they sober up."

Synonyms: sober up

verb

become more realistic

Example: "After thinking about the potential consequences of my plan, I sobered up."

Synonyms: sober up

verb

cause to become sober

Example: "A sobering thought"