Definition of sobering
: tending to make one thoughtful or sober
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Examples of sobering in a Sentence
His death is a sobering reminder of the dangers of mountaineering.
1816
First Known Use of sobering
1816
SOBERING Defined for English Language Learners
sobering
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adjective
so·ber·ing
\ˈsō-b(ə-)riŋ\
Definition of sobering for English Language Learners
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: making you feel serious and thoughtful
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