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SOBERING

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)
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There are 5 meanings of the word Sobering.

Sobering - as an adjective satellite

Tending to make sober or more serious

Example: "The news had a sobering effect"

Sobering - as a verb

(often with up) to make or become sober.

(often with up) to overcome or lose a state of intoxication.

Example: "It took him hours to sober up."

To moderate one's feelings

Sobering - as an adjective

Causing more sober thought or concern.

Example: "It was a sobering thought that i had almost killed myself. that was something i wouldn't soon do on purpose again."

Example Sentences

"The movie depicted a sobering reality of war."
"The statistics presented in the report were sobering."
"The professor's lecture on climate change was sobering."
"The news of the accident had a sobering effect on the entire community."
"The documentary offered a sobering insight into poverty."
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Word Game Points

Is SOBERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sobering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SOBERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SOBERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sobering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SOBERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is SOBERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sobering is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SOBERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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