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.
GROUNDLESSLY
Etymology
Adverb
groundlessly (comparative more groundlessly, superlative most groundlessly)
In a groundless manner; without justification.
Source: Wiktionary
GROUNDLESS
Ground"less, a. Etym: [AS. grundleás bottomless.]
Definition: Without ground or foundation; wanting cause or reason for support; not authorized; false; as, groundless fear; a groundless report or assertion.
– Ground"less*ly, adv.
– Ground"less*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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