Source : Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

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.

Source : WordNet®

Jesuitism
     n : the theology or the practices of the Jesuits (often
         considered to be casuistic) [syn: {Jesuitry}]