In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
UNJUSTLY
unjustly
(adverb) in an unjust manner; “he was unjustly singled out for punishment”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
unjustly (comparative more unjustly, superlative most unjustly)
In an unjust manner.
Synonyms
• unfairly
Antonyms
• justly
Source: Wiktionary
UNJUST
Un*just", a.
1. Acting contrary to the standard of right; not animated or controlled by justice; false; dishonest; as, an unjust man or judge.
2. Contrary to justice and right; prompted by a spirit of injustice; wrongful; as, an unjust sentence; an unjust demand; an unjust accusation.
– Un*just"ly, adv.
– Un*just"ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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