Synonyms for purgation

Noun

1. catharsis, katharsis, purgation, purge, purging

usage: purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels

2. purification, purgation, ceremony

usage: a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites

3. purge, purging, purgation, clearing

usage: the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge