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soberly

/ˈsoʊbərli/
so · ber · ly
Adjective:sober
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• adverb

1

In a serious, sensible, and solemn manner, free from emotional excess, frivolity, or exaggeration.

Example

"The committee members reflected soberly on the long-term economic consequences of the policy."

2

In an unintoxicated state; without being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Example

"Having abstained from wine all evening, he was able to drive everyone home soberly and safely."

3

In a plain, muted, or restrained style, especially regarding dress, color, or decoration.

Example

"The mourners were dressed soberly in dark coats and simple wool scarves."

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• Rhymes for soberly

• Nearby Words

sobbingly
sober
sobering
soberly
soberness
sobralia
sobriety

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'sober' (via Old French 'sobre' and Latin 'sobrius', meaning 'not drunk, temperate, or sensible') combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Soberly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/soberly
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