Etymology:
Meaning:
The state of being sober, which includes:
Origin:
The word "sober" comes from the Latin "sōbrius," meaning "sober, temperate, moderate." It is related to the verb "sobrio," meaning "to be or make sober."
The Proto-Indo-European root *swēbʰ-ro- also appears in other words related to self-control and restraint, such as:
This suggests that the original meaning of the root *swēbʰ-ro- was related to the idea of "self-control" or "holding oneself in check."
Etymology Late 14th century from Middle English sobur from Old French sobre from Lat
Etymology Latin sobrius sober temperate Old French sobre moderate restrained
Etymology Late 14th century from Middle English sobur from Old French sobre from Lat
Etymology Old French sobresse Latin sõbrietās Proto Indo European swēbʰ ro s
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