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sobriety

nounfeminineformalcommon/subɾiɨˈðaðɨ/so·bri·e·da·de

Definition

1

The quality of being sober; moderation, restraint, absence of excess.

Usage examples

“His presentation was marked by sobriety and clarity.”
“He lives with great sobriety, avoiding unnecessary luxuries.”

Common combinations

sobriety in speechsobriety of stylelive with sobriety