How do you spell Catharsis?
Correct spelling
catharsis
Remember the Greek root: catHARsis has HARSH emotions that need purging.
Why is catharsis spelled this way?
From Greek katharsis, purification. KATHAREIN (to purify). Catharsis purges emotion through expression — pain released through art, tears, or confession.
Common misspellings of catharsis
catharisiscatharsiscathariscatharses
Example
Writing in her journal provided the catharsis she needed after the difficult breakup.