In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PUNISHINGLY
punishingly
(adverb) in a punishing manner
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
punishingly (comparative more punishingly, superlative most punishingly)
So as to punish.
In a way that is tiring or exhausting.
punishingly hot weather
Source: Wiktionary
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