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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.

See also

cult hit cult of personality cult stock cult. cultbuster cultch