Definitions for cult

Definitions for (noun) cult

Main entry: cult, craze, fad, furor, furore, rage

Definition: an interest followed with exaggerated zeal

Usage: he always follows the latest fads; it was all the rage that season


Main entry: cult, cultus, religious cult

Definition: a system of religious beliefs and rituals

Usage: devoted to the cultus of the Blessed Virgin


Main entry: cult

Definition: a religion or sect that is generally considered to be unorthodox, extremist, or false

Usage: it was a satanic cult


Main entry: cult

Definition: followers of an unorthodox, extremist, or false religion or sect who often live outside of conventional society under the direction of a charismatic leader


Main entry: cult

Definition: followers of an exclusive system of religious beliefs and practices


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