Jesuitism - 2 dictionary results
Jes⋅u⋅it⋅ism
[jezh-oo-i-tiz-uh
m, jez-oo-, jez-yoo-] 
–noun
| 1. | the system, principles, or practices of the Jesuits. |
| 2. | (often lowercase) a principle or practice, as casuistry, equivocation, or craft, ascribed to the Jesuits by their opponents. |
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Jesuitism
Jes"u*it*ism\, n. [Cf. F. j['e]suitisme.]1. The principles and practices of the Jesuits. 2. Cunning; deceit; deceptive practices to effect a purpose; subtle argument; -- an opprobrious use of the word.
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