debunk
1 of 1verb/dɪˈbʌŋk/
Forms:debunks,debunking,debunked,debunked
1
to reveal the exaggeration or falseness of a belief, claim, idea, etc.
transitive- The scientist worked to debunk the myth that eating chocolate causes acne, conducting rigorous studies to disprove the claim.
- The teacher took the time to debunk common misconceptions about a complex scientific concept, ensuring students had accurate information.
- The expert used data and research to debunk the false information circulating on social media about the effectiveness of a particular health supplement.
- The investigative journalist wrote an article to debunk the misconceptions about climate change, relying on scientific evidence.
- In his documentary, the filmmaker aimed to debunk conspiracy theories surrounding a famous historical event.
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