sobriety

Definitions

The state or quality of being sober; abstinence from alcohol or drugs.

The quality of being serious, sensible, and solemn in manner or appearance.

Examples

After years of struggle, he finally celebrated five years of sobriety.

The judge noted that the defendant's sobriety was a key factor in his rehabilitation.

Synonyms

abstinence temperance moderation seriousness gravity clearheadedness self-restraint

Antonyms

intoxication drunkenness inebriation frivolity levity excess dissipation