debunk

Meaning

Expose the falseness or hollowness of (a myth, idea, or belief).

To expose the falseness or exaggeration of a claim, myth, or belief.

Example Sentences

Scientists debunked the myth that vaccines cause autism.

The scientist worked to debunk the myths about vaccines.

Example Expressions

debunk a myth

Synonyms

expose, disprove, refute, invalidate, contradict

Entry 1

expose, disprove, refute

Entry 2

disprove, expose, refute, invalidate, contradict

Antonyms

validate, confirm, authenticate, support, prove

Entry 1

validate, confirm, authenticate

Entry 2

confirm, support, prove

Collocations

debunk myths, debunk rumors, debunk claims, debunk theory