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sober vs dry

dry vs sober

sober is not a noun while dry is a noun.

sober and dry both are adjectives.

sober and dry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
sober No Yes Yes No
dry Yes Yes Yes No
sober (noun) dry (noun)
a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages
sober (adjective) dry (adjective)
not affected by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
completely lacking in playfulness not producing milk
lacking brightness or color; dull (of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
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
sober (verb) dry (verb)
become sober after excessive alcohol consumption become dry or drier
become more realistic remove the moisture from and make dry
cause to become sober
Difference between sober and dry

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