Definition

To make something easier to understand by removing confusion or mystery.

Example

The teacher tried to demystify the complex topic for her students.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I just read a book that really helped to demystify the science behind climate change.

That sounds interesting! It can be such a confusing topic sometimes.

Exactly! The author did a great job of making complex ideas simple.

I love when books do that; it makes learning so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Demystify → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down from or away) and "mystify" (from Greek "mystikos", meaning secret or hidden). The word means to remove the mystery or make something less secretive or confusing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') the 'secrecy' ('mystify') around something to understand it better.

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