cult
/kʌlt/
noun
- A system of religious worship, especially one with extreme or unusual beliefs and practices, often led by a charismatic leader.
- The group was considered a cult because of its secret rituals and total devotion to its leader.
- Many cults require members to give up all their possessions.
- She left the cult after realizing how isolated she had become from her family.
- A strong, often obsessive, devotion to a person, idea, or thing, especially among a specific group.
- The band's cult status means their concerts always sell out quickly.
- There is a cult of fitness in that gym, with members working out for hours every day.
- The movie has developed a cult following over the years.
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of a cult; having a small but dedicated group of fans or followers.
- She collects cult novels from the 1970s.
- The restaurant has a cult reputation for its secret menu items.
- That indie film has become a cult classic among horror fans.