Cult Definition & Meaning
cult
- noun
- followers of an exclusive system of religious beliefs and practices
- an interest followed with exaggerated zeal; "he always follows the latest fads"; "it was all the rage that season"
- followers of an unorthodox, extremist, or false religion or sect who often live outside of conventional society under the direction of a charismatic leader
- a religion or sect that is generally considered to be unorthodox, extremist, or false; "it was a satanic cult"
- a system of religious beliefs and rituals; "devoted to the cultus of the Blessed Virgin"
"Cult" in song lyrics
See how cult is used in real songs:
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"Messiah mind, they think it's a cult"
Chief Kamachi — Kamachi -
"Necks jolt, led by S-B-X cult"
Drapht f/ Dazastah, Hunter, Layla — Front Line -
"At 16, uncut, direct from the cult"
GZA f/ Killah Priest, RES — Beneath the Surface
Words that rhyme with cult
Usage tips for "cult"
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