exorcise
/ɛksˈɔrsaɪz, ɛɡˈzɔrsɪz/Definitions
1. verb
to perform an exorcism, typically by casting out a demon or evil spirit from a person or place
“The priest spent hours exorcising the evil spirit from the possessed child.”
2. verb
to remove or drive out something unpleasant or unwanted, such as a bad habit or a feeling of guilt
“She tried to exorcise her feelings of regret by volunteering at a local charity.”
3. noun
the act of performing an exorcism
“The exorcise was a solemn and intense ceremony.”