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Meaning of cult hero | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A public figure who is popular despite limited success and/or talent.

Examples

“Cult hero Matt Spangher, a shaggy-haired journeyman drafted in 2005 who this weekend enjoyed his first grand final, received the biggest cheer⟳.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

cult hit cult of personality cult stock cult. cultbuster cultch

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