Difference between Cult and Occult

What is the difference between Cult and Occult?

Cult as an adjective is of, or relating to a cult. while Occult as an adjective is secret; hidden from general knowledge; undetected

Cult

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Of, or relating to a cult. Enjoyed by a small, loyal group.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A group or doctrine with religious, philosophical or cultural identity sometimes viewed as a sect, often existent on the margins of society and/or exploitative towards its members. Devotion to a saint.

Occult

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Secret; hidden from general knowledge; undetectedRelated to the occult; pertaining to mysticism, magic, or astrology.Esoteric.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Supernatural affairs.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To cover or hide from view.To dissimulate, conceal, or obfuscate.

We hope you now know whether to use Cult or Occult in your sentence.

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