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sobrietythe state of being sober; not affected by alcohol

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: the state of being sober; not affected by alcohol

Pronunciation (IPA): /səˈbraɪəti/

Korean meaning: 술에 취하지 않은 상태, 금주

Korean pronunciation: 서**브라**이어티

Example Sentences

  • The comedian's sobriety lasted exactly five minutes at the office Christmas party.
  • His sobriety was tested when he found a wine cellar in his new house.
  • She celebrated one year of sobriety by buying a cake shaped like a beer bottle.

sobriety

NOUN

//səˈbraɪəti//

the state of being sober; not affected by alcohol

sobriety concept
💡 Concept

a person sits comfortably on a couch holding a glass of clear water while friends around them hold colorful cocktails. The main character smiles genuinely and engages in animated conversation with bright, alert eyes. While others show slightly flushed faces and looser postures from drinking alcohol, the main character maintains perfect posture and sharp focus. The contrast becomes clear as party guests stumble slightly or laugh louder, while the sober person remains steady and articulate. Friends lean on the main character for support, recognizing their reliable, clear-headed state. the state of being sober and not affected by alcohol

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/səˈbraɪəti/
🇬🇧 UK/səˈbraɪəti/

🌳Etymology

Rootsobr-
Suffix--iety

Origin

From Latin 'sobrius' meaning 'not drunk' or 'temperate.' Ancient Romans highly valued the state of being clear-headed and free from intoxication.

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🎵Rhyme

societyvarietyanxietypropriety
society
variety
anxiety
propriety

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📝Examples

😄 Fun example

The comedian's sobriety lasted exactly five minutes at the office Christmas party.

His sobriety was tested when he found a wine cellar in his new house.

😄 Fun example

She celebrated one year of sobriety by buying a cake shaped like a beer bottle.

The judge's sobriety during the trial was essential for fair judgment.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

temperanceabstinencemoderationself-controlrestraint

Antonyms

intoxicationdrunkennessinebriation

Related

soberabstainteetotalerrecoveryrehabilitation