Cultism: meaning, definitions and examples
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cultism
[ หkสltษชzษm ]
belief system
Cultism refers to the practices, beliefs, or rituals associated with a cult. A cult typically features a group of individuals who share common ideologies that may deviate significantly from the established norms of society. Members often demonstrate a strong allegiance to a charismatic leader and are frequently isolated from external influences. Cultism can lead to harmful behaviors as followers may be manipulated into adhering strictly to the group's doctrines, often at the cost of their personal freedoms and relationships.
Synonyms
discipleship, fanaticism, sectarianism.
Examples of usage
- The rise of cultism in the community has raised concerns among local leaders.
- She became involved in cultism after seeking answers to life's big questions.
- The documentary explored the darker sides of cultism and its impact on families.
- Cultism can often thrive in environments of despair and uncertainty.
Translations
Translations of the word "cultism" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cultismo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคเคฅเคตเคพเคฆ
๐ฉ๐ช Kultismus
๐ฎ๐ฉ kultisme
๐บ๐ฆ ะบัะปััะพะฒัััั
๐ต๐ฑ kultyzm
๐ฏ๐ต ใซใซใไธป็พฉ
๐ซ๐ท cultisme
๐ช๐ธ cultismo
๐น๐ท kรผltรงรผlรผk
๐ฐ๐ท ์ปฌํธ์ฃผ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนุจุงุฏุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ kultismus
๐ธ๐ฐ kultizmus
๐จ๐ณ ้ชๆไธปไน
๐ธ๐ฎ kulturnost
๐ฎ๐ธ kultismi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบัะปััััะปะดัา
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแขแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kultizm
๐ฒ๐ฝ cultismo
Etymology
The term 'cultism' derives from the word 'cult', which originates from the Latin 'cultus', meaning 'care' or 'adoration'. The evolution of the word has shifted from its original connotation of worship or cultivation to a more negative implication suggesting a group that operates outside socially accepted norms. In the 19th century, 'cult' began to be associated with religious movements that were considered unorthodox or deviant. As society progressed into the 20th century, the emergence of various new religious movements further popularized the term, often linked to extreme devotion, isolation, and manipulation. Cultism has become a lens through which both sociologists and the general public examine the behavior and influence of such groups, emphasizing the psychological and social dynamics at play.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,537, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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