In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
IMPISHLY
impishly, puckishly
(adverb) in an appealing but bold manner; “she asked him impishly to come in”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
impishly (comparative more impishly, superlative most impishly)
In an impish manner; mischievously.
Synonyms
• puckishly
Source: Wiktionary
Imp"ish*ly, adv.
Definition: In the manner of an imp.
IMPISH
Imp"ish, a.
Definition: Having the qualities, or showing the characteristics, of an imp.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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