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demystified

 

[ dɪˈmɪstəˌfaɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

clarification process

To demystify something means to make it clear and easy to understand, removing any confusion or obscurity it may have. This often involves breaking down complex ideas or concepts into simpler, more relatable terms. In many cases, demystifying a subject can help individuals gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the topic. It is commonly used in educational contexts or when discussing subjects that are often seen as enigmatic.

Synonyms

clarify, explain, simplify, unravel

Examples of usage

  • The teacher demystified the complex theory for her students.
  • The article aims to demystify the scientific process.
  • He worked to demystify the technology behind blockchain.
  • They demystified the procedures involved in the legal process.

Translations

Translations of the word "demystified" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desmistificado

🇮🇳 गूढ़ता को समाप्त किया गया

🇩🇪 entmystifiziert

🇮🇩 dijelaskan

🇺🇦 демістифіковано

🇵🇱 zdementowany

🇯🇵 神秘が解明された

🇫🇷 démystifié

🇪🇸 desmitificado

🇹🇷 gizemini ortadan kaldırmak

🇰🇷 신비를 제거하다

🇸🇦 تم إزالة الغموض

🇨🇿 odmystifikováno

🇸🇰 demystifikované

🇨🇳 去神秘化

🇸🇮 demistificirano

🇮🇸 afmystifierað

🇰🇿 түсініксізді жою

🇬🇪 დემისტიფიცირებული

🇦🇿 demistifikasiya edilmiş

🇲🇽 desmitificado

Etymology

The term 'demystify' is derived from the prefix 'de-', which indicates removal or reversal, and the word 'mystify', which comes from the Greek word 'mystikos', meaning 'hidden' or 'secret'. The combination emphasizes the action of removing the mystery or obscurity from a subject. The word began to see regular use in the mid-20th century as various fields, including education, science, and technology, sought to present their information more clearly to a wider audience. This was especially important as advancements in various sectors led to increased complexity in concepts that many found difficult to grasp. Throughout the years, demystification has been an essential tool in promoting understanding and accessibility to information.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,333, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.