The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
SKEPTICALLY
sceptically, skeptically
(adverb) with scepticism; in a sceptical manner; “he looked at her sceptically”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
skeptically (comparative more skeptically, superlative most skeptically)
(American spelling) In a skeptical manner, with skepticism.
Source: Wiktionary
SKEPTICAL
Skep"tic, Skep"tic*al, a. Etym: [Written also sceptic, sceptical.]
1. Of or pertaining to a sceptic or skepticism; characterized by skepticism; hesitating to admit the certainly of doctrines or principles; doubting of everything.
2. (Theol.)
Definition: Doubting or denying the truth of revelation, or the sacred Scriptures. The skeptical system subverts the whole foundation of morals. R. Hall.
– Skep"tac*al*ly, adv.
– Skep"tic*al*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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