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cathartic

/kəˈθɑːtɪk/

/kəˈθɑrtɪk/

Translations

catharticnoun

cathartics

/kəˈθɑː.tɪk/

/kəˈθɑr.tɪk/

catharticadjective

more cathartic

Comp.

most cathartic

Super.

/kəˈθɑːtɪk/

/kəˈθɑrtɪk/

The movie had a cathartic effect on the audience.

Фильм оказал катарсический эффект на зрителей.

Additional translations

Synonyms

catharticnoun

A substance that accelerates defecation; a purgative or laxative.

Magnesium citrate is commonly used as a mild cathartic before certain medical procedures.

catharticadjective

Providing psychological relief through the open expression of strong emotions.

Writing in her journal was a cathartic experience that helped her process her feelings.

Causing the evacuation of the bowels; purgative.

The doctor prescribed a cathartic drug to treat the patient's severe constipation.