sobriety

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the state of being sober and not intoxicated by alcohol
  2. noun moderation in or abstinence from alcohol or other drugs
  3. noun a manner that is serious and solemn

Etymology

From Old French sobriete, from Latin sobrietas.

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Synonyms

soberness

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