Synonyms of demystify

demystify

verb

(ˌ)dē-ˈmi-stə-ˌfī 

as in to explain

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• explain
• clarify
• illustrate
• demonstrate
• simplify
• illuminate
• interpret
• elucidate
• explicate
• expound
• construe
• clear (up)
• analyze
• get across
• spell out
• define
• resolve
• solve
• decipher
• unriddle
• specify
• unravel
• decode
• disentangle
• untangle
• undo
• unscramble
• annotate
• gloss
• break down
• commentate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• obscure
• confuse
• cloud
• confound
• obfuscate
• befog

Examples of demystify in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The first consumer-grade camcorder, as well as intuitive home editing software, not only removed financial barriers for first-time filmmakers but also helped demystify the production process for a new generation, much in the way that the 16mm camera influenced the New Wave. —Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 14 Aug. 2024

There was no major breakthrough or kumbaya moment, but these small interactions helped demystify a slightly odd and somewhat-feared presence on the street. —Stephanie H. Murray, The Atlantic, 29 July 2024

Establishing regular family meetings can demystify the process and encourage involvement from all members. —Ashley Case, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024

The big picture: Commission rates have been declining (slowly) for decades, as buyers have gotten savvier about asking for deals and technology has demystified home shopping. —Emily Peck, Axios, 11 Aug. 2024