cult
adjective
1. Of or relating to a cult.
2. Enjoyed by a small, loyal group.
- a cult horror movie
noun
1. followers of an exclusive system of beliefs and practices
Definition categories: group, faith, religion
2. an interest followed with exaggerated zeal
Similar word(s): craze, fad, furor, furore, rage
Definition categories: thought, fashion
3. followers of an unorthodox, extremist, or false religion or sect who often live outside of conventional society under the direction of a charismatic leader
Definition categories: group, faith, religion
4. a religion or sect that is generally considered to be unorthodox, extremist, or false
- it was a satanic cult
Definition categories: thought, faith, religion
5. a system of religious beliefs and rituals
- devoted to the cultus of the Blessed Virgin
Similar word(s): cultus