In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
INDUBITABLY
indubitably, beyond doubt, beyond a doubt, beyond a shadow of a doubt
(adverb) in a manner or to a degree that could not be doubted; “it was immediately and indubitably apparent that I had interrupted a scene of lovers”; “his guilt was established beyond a shadow of a doubt”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
indubitably (comparative more indubitably, superlative most indubitably)
In a manner that leaves no possibility of doubt; undoubtedly.
Usage notes
Currently particularly used as a humorous interjection, particularly in American English, and seen as somewhat affected, if not outright haughty or campy. Compare this use by comedy cartoon Goofy Gophers (US, 1947–65).
Synonyms
• undoubtably, undoubtedly, unquestionably, doubtlessly, assuredly, certainly, sure thing, without a doubt
Source: Wiktionary
In*du"bi*ta*bly, adv.
Definition: Undoubtedly; unquestionably; in a manner to remove all doubt. Oracles indubitably clear and infallibly certain. Barrow.
INDUBITABLE
In*du"bi*ta*ble, a. Etym: [L. indubitabilis: cf. F. indubitable. See In- not, and Dubitable.]
Definition: Not dubitable or doubtful; too evident to admit of doubt; unquestionable; evident; apparently certain; as, an indubitable conclusion.
– n.
Definition: That which is indubitable.
Syn.
– Unquestionable; evident; incontrovertible; incontestable; undeniable; irrefragable.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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