26984 words

sobriety

4 definitions • 3 examples
1
the state of being sober:

Examples:

US The police said his car had been weaving all over the road, so they pulled him over and gave him a sobriety test.
2

Examples:

We had the priest sitting at our table, which instilled a little sobriety into the occasion.
3
the state or quality of being sober (= not drunk)
4
Sobriety also means the state of being serious and calm:

Examples:

This judge is known for his sobriety and fairness.

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