“Coffee, the favorite drink of the civilized world.” – Thomas Jefferson, third president of the United States
wistly (comparative more wistly, superlative most wistly)
(obsolete) In an intent manner, with close attention; intently; attentively.
Source: Wiktionary
Wist"ly, adv. Etym: [See Wistful.]
Definition: Attentively; observingly. [Obs.] Shak.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
22 April 2025
(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”
“Coffee, the favorite drink of the civilized world.” – Thomas Jefferson, third president of the United States