debunked
Aussprache: [dɪˈbʌŋkt]
Wort
Kontext: „truth and beliefs“
(verb) to show that something that was believed to be true is actually false or wrong. When you debunk a myth, you explain why it's not true and help people see the real facts.
Beispiel
The scientist debunked the myth about the harmful effects of a certain food with solid research.
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Even though many believed the story, it was never debunked by any experts.
Beispiel
Can you debunk that rumor about the famous celebrity?
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