demystify
verb
de·mys·ti·fy
(ˌ)dē-ˈmi-stə-ˌfī 
demystified; demystifying; demystifies
: to eliminate the mystifying features of
Examples of demystify in a Sentence
The class is intended to demystify the process of using a computer.
a wine book that does a lot to demystify the subject for the casual drinker who just wants a good bottle for dinner
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Having people to connect to, whether in person or virtually, goes a long way toward demystifying and destigmatizing the experience.
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Sara Gaynes Levy, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
The Newberry Library in Chicago is scouting transcribers to demystify its handwritten collection.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
But Kidd Eynon hopes bringing people to the factory and demystifying the production process will help raise awareness of its gear and inspire those who ski locally to also shop locally.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Humble but strong, philosophical but pragmatic, Kingsley's interpretation of the leader manages to balance both his spirituality and shrewdness, simultaneously demystifying an icon while also adding another layer to the legend.
—Devan Coggan, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
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Sara Gaynes Levy, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
The Newberry Library in Chicago is scouting transcribers to demystify its handwritten collection.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
But Kidd Eynon hopes bringing people to the factory and demystifying the production process will help raise awareness of its gear and inspire those who ski locally to also shop locally.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Humble but strong, philosophical but pragmatic, Kingsley's interpretation of the leader manages to balance both his spirituality and shrewdness, simultaneously demystifying an icon while also adding another layer to the legend.
—Devan Coggan, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
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“Demystify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/demystify. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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