KATHARSES Synonyms
There are 6 hypernyms of the word katharses. (close relations)
katharsis
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| catharsis | nounn | |||||
noun • (psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions • purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels | ||||||
| purgation | nounn | |||||
noun • purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels • a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites • the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge | ||||||
| liberation | nounn | |||||
noun • the act of liberating someone or something • the attempt to achieve equal rights or status • the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) | ||||||
| purification | nounn | |||||
noun • the act of cleaning by getting rid of impurities • the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) • a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites • the act of purging of sin or guilt; moral or spiritual cleansing | ||||||
| relief | nounn | |||||
noun • the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced • the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress) • (law) redress awarded by a court • someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) • assistance in time of difficulty • a pause for relaxation • a change for the better • aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped • the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance) • sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background • the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged | ||||||
| abreaction | nounn | |||||
noun • (psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions | ||||||
