DEMYSTIFIES Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

demystifies

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present tense third-person singular of demystify

as in explains

to make plain or understandable 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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Recent Examples of demystifies Furthermore, even large-case, complex business—which is unlikely to face direct disintermediation—could experience pricing deflation as AI demystifies the insurance markets for sophisticated corporate buyers. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026 Join us as Regina demystifies the journey to holistic health, emphasizing the significance of faith and the fostering of genuine connections. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025

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That explains how, in a system in which all politicians purport to follow their conscience, nearly every consequential issue is decided by a straight party vote.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 4 Nov. 2026
Retailers want to see that brands are generating sales, Nafousi explains, yet driving those conversions can require more spending on marketing and in-store visibility.

— Amy Francombe, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of explains

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Synthesizing these models creates a matrix that clarifies how Enneagram types express stress through different combinations of drivers.

— Gia Tskhovrebadze, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026
The proposal clarifies that the city's contribution covers the actual costs of maintaining, operating, and managing the stadium.

— Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of clarifies

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Diana Lin, a researcher at the San Francisco Estuary Institute, said the study was impressive, and demonstrates novel and effective methods for detecting microplastics in the snow.

— Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
Its development also demonstrates how advanced manufacturing techniques can simplify rocket engine production.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of demonstrates

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Twelve South has announced a new version of its Airfly dongle that simplifies the pairing process when connecting wireless headphones to devices that don’t natively support Bluetooth.

— Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 27 Oct. 2026
The serum simplifies your skincare routine without skimping on benefits.

— Vivien Lee, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2026

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