cult

noun

1. 1

   an interest followed with exaggerated zeal

   he always follows the latest fads

   it was all the rage that season

2. 2

   a system of religious beliefs and rituals

   devoted to the cultus of the Blessed Virgin

3. 3

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

   it was a satanic cult

4. 4

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

5. 5

   followers of an exclusive system of religious beliefs and practices