Meaning & use

demystify

verb·Academic

To make a difficult or confusing subject easier to understand by explaining it clearly.

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The workshop aimed to demystify tax law for small business owners with no legal background.

This video demystifies the process of applying for a student visa step by step.

A note on using this word

Demystify specifically implies removing an aura of mystery or intimidation, not just explaining ordinary facts.

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