jesuitism

/ˈdʒɛʒəwɪtɪzəm/
noun
  1. The principles or practices of the Jesuits, a Roman Catholic religious order.
    • Jesuitism emphasizes education and missionary work.
    • He studied the history of Jesuitism in Europe.
    • The school's curriculum was heavily influenced by Jesuitism.
  2. Clever but dishonest reasoning; casuistry.
    • The report was criticized for its Jesuitism and lack of clarity.
    • She accused him of Jesuitism when he dodged the question.
    • The debate was full of Jesuitism, with each side twisting words.
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