Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jesuitism
Noun
/ˈdʒɛz.ju.ɪ.tɪ.zəm/
Definition
The principles or practices of the Jesuits, an order of the Roman Catholic Church founded in the 16th century.
Examples
- He accused the politician of employing jesuitism in his campaign tactics.
- Critics often associate jesuitism with a lack of straightforwardness in negotiations.
Meaning
Jesuitism refers to the strategies, doctrines, or perceived cunning behavior typically associated with the Jesuit order, often used in a critical context to describe manipulative or underhanded methods.
Synonyms
- cunning
- manipulation
- duplicity
