catharsis

Definitions for catharsis

noun
– the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions
– भावनामोचन, कुंठामोचन

Synonyms of catharsis

ablution, abreaction, cleansing, expurgation, purgation, purification, release, lustration, venting

Antonyms of catharsis

dirtying

Word Usage

– Crying is a great catharsis for releasing pain and anger.
– Yoga as a catharsis can bring improvements in both physical and mental health.