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Sat, 11 October 2025

Katharsis

Meaning:
Purification or cleansing of the emotions, especially through art or literature

Explanation:
A process of emotional release and purification, allowing individuals to confront and overcome their fears, anxieties, or repressed feelings. The concept originated in ancient Greece, where drama was used as a form of cathartic healing.

History:
From Greek katharsis, 'purification', coined by Aristotle to describe the emotional release experienced by spectators of tragedy. Used extensively in psychological, literary, and artistic realms.

Examples:
  1. "The therapist guided her client through a katharsis, helping her release long-suppressed emotions."
  2. "The drama had an intense katharsis, purging the audience of pity and fear."
Synonyms:

Catharsis, Purgation, Cleansing

Antonyms:

Pollution, Corruption, Impurity