sobriety

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From Old French sobriete, from Latin sobrietas.

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  • IPA(key): /səˈbɹaɪ.ɪti/
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  • Rhymes: -aɪɪti

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sobriety (countable and uncountable, plural sobrieties)

  1. The quality or state of being sober.
    1. The quality or state of not being intoxicated.
    2. The quality or state of being grave or earnestly thoughtful.
    3. The state or quality of being unhurried; a state of calm.
    4. A state of moderation or seriousness.
    5. Modesty in color or style.
  2. Soundness of judgment.

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