Meaning & use
cult
A social group, often religious, with extreme or unconventional beliefs and intense devotion to a leader or idea.
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The documentary exposed how the cult isolated members from their families.
The low-budget film later gained a cult following among fans of science fiction.
A note on using this word
Used with 'following,' cult loses its negative sense and simply describes a small but passionately devoted fan base.
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