"Culprits" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Culprits are people who are responsible for or guilty of a wrong or crime.
Culpeper is a proper noun that refers to a person, specifically John Culpeper, a British Cavalier who was executed in 1659 for his part in the execution of King Charles I of England. The term "Culpeper" is also used as a surname and is still found today.
The adjective "cultic" refers to something that is characterized by or typical of a cult or cult-like behavior. It can describe an atmosphere, culture, or environment that is reclusive, intolerant, or excessively devoted to a particular ideology, belief, or individual. In a broader sense, "cultic" can also describe anything that is idiosyncratic, esoteric, or peculiarly devoted to a specific interest or hobby.
A cultist is a person who belongs to a cult, which is a small group of people who believe in or follow a particular set of beliefs, often with a charismatic leader. A cultist may be associated with a specific ideology, philosophy, or religious belief, and may be seen as being overly devoted or fanatic towards the group and its teachings.