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Catharsis

Yes, catharsis is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.

What does catharsis mean?

noun

  1. (psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions
  2. purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for catharsis

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points14
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of catharsis

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Frequently asked questions

Is catharsis a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Catharsis is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is catharsis worth in Scrabble?

Catharsis is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does catharsis mean?

Catharsis means: (psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions.