demystify — to make something easier to understand by explaining it in simpler terms; to remove the mystery from something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to make something easier to understand by explaining it in simpler terms; to remove the mystery from something
Pronunciation (IPA): /diˈmɪstɪˌfaɪ/
Korean meaning: ~을 이해하기 쉽게 설명하다, 신비로운 베일을 벗기다, 명확하게 하다
Korean pronunciation: 디**미스**티파이
Example Sentences
- The cooking show aims to demystify French cuisine for home chefs.
- My grandmother finally decided to demystify her secret kimchi recipe after 50 years.
- The workshop will demystify artificial intelligence for business leaders.
demystify
VERB//diˈmɪstɪˌfaɪ//
to make something easier to understand by explaining it in simpler terms; to remove the mystery from something
A teacher demystifies electricity with simple diagrams for curious students
Don't let math mystify - demystify to clarify!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From the prefix 'de-' (meaning to remove or reverse) combined with 'mystify' (from Latin 'mysticus' meaning secret or mysterious). The word emerged in English in the late 20th century to describe the process of making something less mysterious or more accessible.
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📝Examples
“The cooking show aims to demystify French cuisine for home chefs.”
“My grandmother finally decided to demystify her secret kimchi recipe after 50 years.”
“The workshop will demystify artificial intelligence for business leaders.”
“He tried to demystify his magic tricks, but somehow made them even more confusing.”
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