In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DISSUASIVELY
Etymology
Adverb
dissuasively (comparative more dissuasively, superlative most dissuasively)
In a dissuasive manner.
Source: Wiktionary
DISSUASIVE
Dis*sua"sive, a.
Definition: Tending to dissuade or divert from a measure or purpose; dehortatory; as, dissuasive advice.
– n.
Definition: A dissuasive argument or counsel; dissuasion; dehortation. Prynne.
– Dis*sua"sive*ly, adv.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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