Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

doomsday-cult

Noun

/ˈduːmzteɪ ˌkʌlt/

Definition

A doomsday cult is a group of people who believe in an imminent apocalypse and often follow a charismatic leader who claims to have special knowledge about the end of the world.

Examples

The doomsday cult gathered its followers in a remote location to await the predicted apocalypse.
Many members of the doomsday cult abandoned their families and jobs in their quest for salvation.
Critics often label organizations with extreme beliefs as doomsday cults, regardless of their actual intentions.

Meaning

The term refers to religious or social organizations that predict and prepare for catastrophic events that threaten humanity, often accompanied by strict beliefs that distinguish them from mainstream society.