Meaning & use
sobered
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Became or was made sober, either by reducing intoxication or by becoming more serious and thoughtful.
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The cold night air sobered him up after the party.
The grim news sobered the mood of the entire room.
A note on using this word
Frequently used figuratively, as in "the loss sobered the team," meaning it made them more serious rather than less drunk.
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Another way to use it
2. verb
Became less intoxicated after drinking alcohol.
He sobered quickly once he started drinking coffee and water.
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