In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ANARCHICAL
anarchic, anarchical, lawless
(adjective) without law or control; “the system is economically inefficient and politically anarchic”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
anarchical (comparative more anarchical, superlative most anarchical)
Anarchic
Source: Wiktionary
A*nar"chic, A*nar"chic*al, a. Etym: [Cf. F. anarchique.]
Definition: Pertaining to anarchy; without rule or government; in political confusion; tending to produce anarchy; as, anarchic despotism; anarchical opinions.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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