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Meaning of KATHARSIS

Pronunciation:  ku'thârsis

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 Definition: 
  1. [n]  (psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions
  2. [n]  purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels
 
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 Synonyms: abreaction, catharsis, purgation
 
 See Also: purge, purging

 

 

 

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