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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of demystify

Understanding that process helps demystify the court and reveals how nine unelected justices can shape the meaning of the Constitution and, in turn, influence the everyday lives of millions of Americans. — The Conversation, 24 June 2026

But if nothing else the tool does demystify, and potentially lower the barrier, to making films, encouraging people who might be daunted by the process and thus making film-directing a much more common activity. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 2026

Ramakrishnan said that another important part of the work is demystifying quantum and ensuring that the public can understand what is happening as the ecosystem is built. — P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 22 June 2026

Senior Soccer Writer Tom Bogert joins to demystify USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino following a massive 4-1 opening win over Paraguay. — Tim McMaster, New York Times, 17 June 2026