catharsis
UK/kә'θɑ:sis/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A release of strong emotions or tension, especially through art, drama, or therapy; emotional purification.
情感宣泄，心灵净化（尤指通过艺术或戏剧）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcatharroot
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sissuffix
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Common Collocations
- 1.emotional catharsis情感宣泄
- 2.artistic catharsis艺术宣泄
Example Sentences
- 1.
Writing in her journal provided emotional catharsis for the troubled teenager.