Jesuit
(noun)
- A member of the Society of Jesus, a Roman Catholic order of priests founded by St. Ignatius of Loyola in the 16th century.
- A person who follows the teachings or methods of the Jesuits.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from french jésuite, from jésus "jesus", the name of the society"s founder.
Examples:
- The Jesuit mission was established in the new territory.
- He was educated by Jesuits and became a priest himself.
- The society of Jesuits was known for its rigorous training and missionary work.
- She admired the Jesuits for their dedication to education.
- The Jesuits have been involved in many historical events and controversies.