Synonyms of PURGATION

noun

1. purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels

   • CATHARSIS14
   • KATHARSIS16

2. a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites

   • PURIFICATION19

3. the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge

   • PURGE8
   • PURGING11