cult of

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Used to denote the object or concept being worshipped, e.g., 'the cult of youth'.

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  • Modern advertising often promotes the cult of youth and beauty.
  • The dictator maintained his power by fostering a personality cult of himself.
  • There is a growing cult of celebrity in our society, where fame is valued above all else.
  • The fitness industry sometimes contributes to the cult of the perfect body.
  • In some artistic circles, there's a cult of individuality that rejects mainstream trends.
  • The new management introduced a cult of efficiency, prioritizing productivity over employee well-being.
  • Social media has spawned a strange cult of 'authenticity' that often feels staged.
  • After his death, a cult of the fallen leader emerged among his followers.
  • The university's physics department was known for its cult of genius, which could be intimidating for new students.
  • Historians have written about the 19th-century cult of domesticity, which idealized the woman's role in the home.