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.
DRAMATIC
dramatic
(adjective) suitable to or characteristic of drama; “a dramatic entrance in a swirling cape”; “a dramatic rescue at sea”
dramatic, spectacular, striking
(adjective) sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect; “a dramatic sunset”; “a dramatic pause”; “a spectacular display of northern lights”; “it was a spectacular play”; “his striking good looks always created a sensation”
dramatic
(adjective) used of a singer or singing voice that is marked by power and expressiveness and a histrionic or theatrical style; “a dramatic tenor”; “a dramatic soprano”
dramatic
(adjective) pertaining to or characteristic of drama; “dramatic arts”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
dramatic (comparative more dramatic, superlative most dramatic)
Of or relating to the drama.
Striking in appearance or effect.
Having a powerful, expressive singing voice.
Source: Wiktionary
Dra*mat"ic, Dra*mat"ic*al, a. Etym: [Gr. dramatique.]
Definition: Of or pertaining to the drama; appropriate to, or having the qualities of, a drama; theatrical; vivid. The emperor . . . performed his part with much dramatic effect. Motley.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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CHRONIC
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