Cathartic

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ɑː(r)tɪk

Alternative forms

• cathartick obsolete

Origin

From Ancient Greek κάθαρσις (katharsis, "cleansing, purification")

Full definition of cathartic

Adjective

1. purgative; inducing catharsis
2. That releases emotional tension, especially after an overwhelming experience

Noun

1. A laxative