In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ACRIMONIOUSLY
Etymology
Adverb
acrimoniously (comparative more acrimoniously, superlative most acrimoniously)
In an acrimonious manner; with acrimony.
Source: Wiktionary
Ac`ri*mo"ni*ous*ly, adv.
Definition: In an acrimonious manner.
ACRIMONIOUS
Ac"ri*mo"ni*ous, a. Etym: [Cf. LL. acrimonious, F. acrimonieux.]
1. Acrid; corrosive; as, acrimonious gall. [Archaic] Harvey.
2. Caustic; bitter-tempered' sarcastic; as, acrimonious dispute, language, temper.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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