In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DAUNTLESS
audacious, brave, dauntless, fearless, hardy, intrepid, unfearing
(adjective) invulnerable to fear or intimidation; “audacious explorers”; “fearless reporters and photographers”; “intrepid pioneers”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
dauntless (comparative more dauntless, superlative most dauntless)
Invulnerable to fear or intimidation.
Synonym: daredevil
Antonym: timid
Anagrams
• adultness
Source: Wiktionary
Daunt"less, a.
Definition: Incapable of being daunted; undaunted; bold; fearless; intrepid. Dauntless he rose, and to the fight returned. Dryden.
– Daunt"less*ly, adv.
– Daunt"less*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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BRIGHT
(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”
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