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cultism

/ˈkʌl.tɪ.zəm/

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noun

/ˈkʌl.tɪ.zəm/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее преданность доктринам или практикам культа, часто характеризующееся религиозным рвением и сильной готовностью служить определённой системе верований.

A noun referring to devotion to the doctrines or practices of a cult, often characterized by religious zeal and a strong willingness to serve a particular belief system.

uncountable

  1. Devotion to a cultC1formal

    Strong adherence to the beliefs, practices, or doctrines of a cult.

    ruПриверженность культу

    • The community was criticized for its cultism and isolation from society.
    • Cultism often involves unquestioning loyalty to a leader.
    • The documentary explored the psychology behind cultism.

    Synonymsdevotionfanaticismsectarianismworshipzealotry

    Antonymsindependenceindividualismskepticism

  2. Religious zealC1formal

    Intense enthusiasm or devotion to religious beliefs or service to God.

    ruРелигиозное рвение

    • His cultism was evident in his daily prayers and charitable acts.
    • The monk's life was marked by a quiet cultism and dedication.
    • Some view extreme cultism as a form of fanaticism.

    Synonymsdevotiondevoutnessfanaticismreligiosityzealotry

    Antonymsagnosticismdisbeliefimpietyirreligion

Forms
  • cultisms plural form
  • cultisms' possessive plural form
  • cultism's possessive singular form