In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PUNGENCE
Etymology
Noun
pungence (usually uncountable, plural pungences)
The quality of odor/odour that stings the nose, said especially of acidic or spicy substances.
Synonyms
• pungency
Source: Wiktionary
Pun"gence, n. Etym: [See Pungent.]
Definition: Pungency.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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AGITATION
(noun) a state of agitation or turbulent change or development; “the political ferment produced new leadership”; “social unrest”
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