Definition of Catharsis

1. Noun. (psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions.

Exact synonyms: Abreaction, Katharsis
Generic synonyms: Purge, Purging
Category relationships: Analysis, Depth Psychology, Psychoanalysis
Derivative terms: Abreact, Cathartic

2. Noun. Purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels.
Exact synonyms: Katharsis, Purgation
Generic synonyms: Purge, Purging
Derivative terms: Cathartic, Purge

Definition of Catharsis

1. n. A natural or artificial purgation of any passage, as of the mouth, bowels, etc.

2. n. The process of relieving an abnormal excitement by reëstablishing the association of the emotion with the memory or idea of the event that first caused it, and of eliminating it by complete expression (called the abreaction).

Definition of Catharsis

1. [n -THARSES]

Medical Definition of Catharsis

1. The release of ideas, thoughts, and repressed material from the unconscious, accompanied by an emotional response and relief. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Catharsis

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Catharacta
Catharacta skua
Catharanthus
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Catharanthus roseus
Cathari
Catharism
Cathars
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catharsis (current term)
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Cathartes
Cathartes aura
cathartic
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Cathartidae
Cathay
Cathaya
Catha edulis
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