Sober

Adjective

Definition: Not drunk; abstaining from alcohol or drugs.

Definition: Serious, sensible, and solemn.

Synonyms: Abstinent, Temperate, Restrained

Antonyms: Intoxicated, Drunk, Reckless

Examples:

After the party, he chose to stay sober and drove everyone home safely.
The student delivered a sober speech on nuclear disarmament.

Mnemonics:

Imagine a person at a party being offered a drink and responding, "No, thanks. I'm sober."

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English (originally in the sense 'mild, temperate in behavior or habit'): from Old French sobre, from Latin sobrius.

Historical Usage:

The term "sober" has been used since Middle English, initially meaning "mild" or "temperate." Its current meaning of abstaining from alcohol or drugs developed later.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Stay sober"

Explanation:

To remain abstinent from alcohol or drugs, especially in situations where clear judgment or responsibility is required.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Assuming being sober only refers to abstaining from alcohol.

Explanation:

While the primary usage of sober is related to abstaining from alcohol or drugs, it can also refer to a serious and sensible demeanor.