jesuitry

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Noun jesuitry has 1 sense

Jesuitism, Jesuitry - the theology or the practices of the Jesuits (often considered to be casuistic)
--₁ is a kind of Christian theology

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Jesuitry

Part of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

The practice or methods of Jesuits.
The use of clever but often dishonest arguments or casuistry, especially in religious matters.

Example Sentences:

1. The book delves into the history and principles of Jesuitry.
2. His speech was filled with subtle Jesuitry, aimed at manipulating the listeners' opinion.

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