In 1511, leaders in Mecca believed coffee stimulated radical thinking and outlawed the drink. In 1524, the leaders overturned that order, and people could drink coffee again.
CLEARHEADED
clearheaded, clear-thinking
(adjective) not mentally confused; able to think clearly and act intelligently
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
clearheaded (comparative more clearheaded, superlative most clearheaded)
Having the ability to think clearly and act appropriately
Source: Wiktionary
Clear"-head`ed, a.
Definition: Having a clear understanding; quick of perception; intelligent. "He was laborious and clear-headed." Macaulay.
– Clear"-head`ed*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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