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dry vs sober

sober vs dry

dry is a noun but sober is not a noun.

dry and sober both are adjectives.

dry and sober both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dry Yes Yes Yes No
sober No Yes Yes No
dry (noun) sober (noun)
a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages
dry (adjective) sober (adjective)
free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet not affected by a chemical substance (especially alcohol)
not producing milk completely lacking in playfulness
(of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation lacking brightness or color; dull
opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises
lacking moisture or volatile components
without a mucous or watery discharge
having a large proportion of strong liquor
humorously sarcastic or mocking
practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
not shedding tears
lacking warmth or emotional involvement
unproductive especially of the expected results
lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
(of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
having no adornment or coloration
dry (verb) sober (verb)
become dry or drier become sober after excessive alcohol consumption
remove the moisture from and make dry become more realistic
cause to become sober
Difference between dry and sober

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