In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HESITANT
hesitant, hesitating
(adjective) lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
hesitant (comparative more hesitant, superlative most hesitant)
Tending to hesitate, wait, or proceed with caution or reservation.
Anagrams
• Theatins, staineth
Source: Wiktionary
Hes"i*tant, a. Etym: [L. haesitans, p. pr. of haesitare: cf. F. hésitant. See Hesitate.]
1. Not prompt in deciding or acting; hesitating.
2. Unready in speech. Baxter.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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