el sobrio
sober
Definition & meaning
The word sobrio primarily refers to a person who is not under the influence of alcohol; it means sober or temperate.
In a broader sense, it describes someone who is moderate, restrained, and avoids excesses in their habits, behavior, or expressions.
When applied to objects, environments, or design, sobrio means simple, plain, or serious, lacking unnecessary ornamentation or flashy elements. It conveys an aesthetic of elegance through minimalism.
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar:
- It is an adjective.
- It changes to sobria for feminine nouns.
- It changes to sobrios or sobrias for plural nouns.
Word origin:
- It derives from the Latin word sobrius, which is a compound of se- (without) and ebrius (drunk). Therefore, its etymological root literally means "without drunkenness."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Abstemio: Someone who refrains from drinking alcohol.
- Moderado: Someone who acts with restraint.
- Sencillo: Simple or plain, often used when describing design.
- Serio: Grave or solemn in style.
Antonyms:
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Examples
Él siempre se viste de manera muy sobria para el trabajo.adjective
He always dresses very soberly for work.
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