Definitions

1. adjective

Given to or characterized by subtle, often disingenuous, or deceitful reasoning, especially in dealing with moral or theological issues.

“The Jesuitical arguments used by the politician to justify his actions were widely criticized by the press.”

2. noun

A person who uses Jesuitical reasoning, especially in a way that is considered deceitful or hypocritical.

“The critics accused the politician of being a Jesuitical operator who played on people’s emotions for his own gain.”