Definition of cathartic

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • cathartic is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
  • cathartic is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
  • cathartic is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of cathartic


  • strongly laxative (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. evacuant
    2. purgative
  • a purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. aperient
    2. physic
    3. purgative
  • emotionally purging (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. psychotherapeutic
  • emotionally purging (of e.g. art) (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. releasing

See definition of cathartic in Merriam Webster