demystify

[ dee-mis-tuh-fahy ]

verb (used with object)

, de·mys·ti·fied, de·mys·ti·fy·ing.

1. to rid of mystery or obscurity; clarify:

   to demystify medical procedures.

demystify

/ diːˈmɪstɪˌfaɪ /

verb

1. tr to remove the mystery from; make clear

Derived Forms

• deˌmystifiˈcation, noun

Other Words From

• de·mysti·fi·cation noun
• de·mysti·fier noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of demystify¹

First recorded in 1960–65; de- + mystify

Example Sentences

"It's really important that the curtain is pulled back from opera, demystifying what the process is and the many talented people who put so much time and energy and their talents into making an opera."

From Salon

Meanwhile, Mr Verrett says on his site that he is a sixth generation shaman, “servant of god and energy activator” who “demystifies spirituality” through his “no-nonsense teachings”.

From BBC

And if you’ve been on backlots or know people who work in the film and television industries, the magic of the moving picture may already be demystified.

From Los Angeles Times

He received many accolades in his life for innovation in learning, including a national award in 2019 given by President Cyril Ramaphosa for his contribution to "teaching and demystifying mathematics and science".

From BBC

The goal was to demystify the technology for the chamber’s roughly 2,000 members, especially its small businesses.

From New York Times

Related Words

• disparage
• mock
• puncture