Cathartic

Synonyms for cathartic

• cleansing
• purifying
• relieving

Antonyms for cathartic

• suppressing
• stifling
• inhibiting

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Vocabulary like cathartic appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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