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Demystify

/diːˈmɪstɪfaɪ/ · verb

Meaning

(transitive) To remove the mystery from something; to explain or clarify..

Example Sentences

The article was written to demystify the mechanics of the internal combustion engine.
“Our goal is to demystify and hold accountable those new technologies to avoid some of the mistakes of the past,” Mr. Blumenthal said. “Congress failed to meet the moment on social media.”

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What does demystify mean?

Demystify means (transitive) To remove the mystery from something; to explain or clarify..

What is a synonym for demystify?

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What is the opposite of demystify?

Possible antonyms include mystify.

How do you use demystify in a sentence?

The article was written to demystify the mechanics of the internal combustion engine.

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