Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “Catharsis”?

Catharsis means emotional release.

• Correct answer - emotional release: it has the same meaning as Catharsis.
• personality analysis: a study of character - wrong, it does not mean the same as Catharsis.
• extreme exhaustion: total tiredness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Catharsis.
• exhibition of courage: a display of bravery - wrong, it does not mean the same as Catharsis.