In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
flamboyantly, showily, flashily
(adverb) in a fancy colorful manner; “he dresses rather flamboyantly”
ostentatiously, showily
(adverb) with ostentation; in an ostentatious manner; “Mr Khrushchev ostentatiously wooed and embraced Castro at the U.N. general assembly”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
showily (comparative more showily, superlative most showily)
In a showy manner.
Source: Wiktionary
Show"i*ly, adv.
Definition: In a showy manner; pompously; with parade.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
23 May 2025
(adverb) showing consideration and thoughtfulness; “he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.