How many points is CATHARSIS worth in Scrabble?

CATHARSIS is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CATHARSIS?

CATHARSIS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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CATHARSIS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. CATHARSIS means "the process of releasing and relieving repressed emotions".

/kəˈθɑːsɪs/

Pronunciation: /kəˈθɑːɹˌsɪs/

A release of emotional tension after an overwhelming vicarious experience, resulting in the purging or purification of the emotions, as through watching a dramatic production (especially a tragedy).
Any release of emotional tension to the same effect, more widely.
A purification or cleansing, especially emotional.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

the process of releasing and relieving repressed emotions

In a sentence: "The catharsis is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CATHARSIS. It scores 14 points.

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Is CATHARSIS a Scrabble word?: CATHARSIS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does CATHARSIS mean?: the process of releasing and relieving repressed emotions
How do you use CATHARSIS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The catharsis is noted."
How many points is CATHARSIS worth in Scrabble?: CATHARSIS is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CATHARSIS?: CATHARSIS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).