Dictionary Entry
catharsis
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Meaning
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the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions
Example Sentence
Writing the letter she never sent provided a deep catharsis after years of silent resentment.
Usage Note
Use when describing any safe outlet—art, talk therapy, exercise—that lets people let go of bottled-up feelings and feel lighter.