In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TAOIST
Taoist
(adjective) of or relating to the philosophical system developed by Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life
Taoist
(adjective) of or relating to the popular Chinese religious system based on the teachings of Lao-tzu but including a pantheon of gods along with divination and magic; “Taoist temples”
Taoist, Tao
(noun) an adherent of any branch of Taoism
Source: WordNet® 3.1
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THOUGHTLESS
(adjective) without care or thought for others; “the thoughtless saying of a great princess on being informed that the people had no bread; ‘Let them eat cake’”
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