The Opposite(Antonym) of “drunk”
The antonyms of drunk are sober and abstemious. The antonyms sober and abstemious convey a state of being not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Explore all Antonyms of “drunk”
- abstemious
- sober
Definitions and Examples of sober, abstemious
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sober
Not affected by alcohol or drugs; clear-headed.
Example
He decided to drive home after the party because he was sober.
Restrained or moderate in consumption, especially of alcohol.
Example
She is an abstemious person who rarely drinks alcohol.
Key Differences: sober vs abstemious
- 1Sober refers to a state of being not affected by alcohol or drugs, while abstemious refers to a restrained or moderate consumption of alcohol.
- 2Sober is a binary state, either you are sober or not, while abstemious is a gradable term that describes a range of moderation in alcohol consumption.
Effective Usage of sober, abstemious
- 1Health and Wellness: Use these antonyms to discuss the benefits of sobriety and moderation in alcohol consumption.
- 2Social Situations: Use these antonyms to describe people's behavior at parties, events, and gatherings.
- 3Legal Matters: Use these antonyms to discuss laws related to driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Remember this!
The antonyms sober and abstemious convey a state of being not under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Sober refers to a binary state of being not affected by alcohol or drugs, while abstemious is a gradable term that describes a range of moderation in alcohol consumption. Use these antonyms to discuss health and wellness, social situations, and legal matters.
