Sober Definition & Meaning
sober
- adjective
- not affected by a chemical substance (especially alcohol)
- dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises; "a grave God-fearing man"; "a quiet sedate nature"; "as sober as a judge"; "a solemn promise"; "the judge was solemn as he pronounced sentence"
- lacking brightness or color; dull; "drab faded curtains"; "sober Puritan grey"; "children in somber brown clothes"
- completely lacking in playfulness
- verb
- cause to become sober; "A sobering thought"
- become more realistic; "After thinking about the potential consequences of his plan, he sobered up"
- become sober after excessive alcohol consumption; "Keep him in bed until he sobers up"
"Sober" in song lyrics
See how sober is used in real songs:
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"When I get sober"
Aceyalone f/ Big Arch, Casual — Lemme Hear Sumn -
"I drive better drunk, than you do sober"
Afroman — Drive Better Drunk -
"I drive better drunk than I do sober"
Afroman — Drive Better Drunk
Words that rhyme with sober
Usage tips for "sober"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sober" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sober to find words that pair well.