Some 16th-century Italian clergymen tried to ban coffee because they believed it to be “satanic.” However, Pope Clement VII loved coffee so much that he lifted the ban and had coffee baptized in 1600.
DISRESPECTFULLY
disrespectfully
(adverb) in a disrespectful manner; “he treats his parents rather disrespectfully”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
disrespectfully (comparative more disrespectfully, superlative most disrespectfully)
In a disrespectful manner; with a lack of respect.
Antonym: respectfully
Source: Wiktionary
DISRESPECTFUL
Dis`re*spect"ful, a.
Definition: Wanting in respect; manifesting disesteem or lack of respect; uncivil; as, disrespectful behavior.
– Dis`re*spect"ful*ly, adv.
– Dis`re*spect"ful*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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COMMUNICATIONS
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