Demystify
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /diːˈmɪstɪfaɪ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Demystify is a verb meaning (transitive) To remove the mystery from something; to explain or clarify.
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.”
Word Forms
- demystifies
- demystifying
- demystified
Antonyms for demystify
Common opposites include mystify.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include explain, clarify, remystify, deconfuse, untangle, clear.
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