sobersided

[ soh-ber-sahy-did ]

adjective

1. solemn or grave in disposition, attitude, character, etc.; serious-minded.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sobersided¹

First recorded in 1840–50; sober + side ¹ + -ed ³

Example Sentences

Having no male acquaintances in London, except two sobersided bankers, he is at a loss for seconds.

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