debunk

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Definitions

v.

To expose the falseness or exaggerated claims of an idea, belief, or person.

揭穿，戳穿（谎言或夸大的说法）

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived

dedown, away, reversal

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bunkstem

=debunk

Common Collocations

1.debunk myth揭穿神话
2.debunk claim揭穿主张
3.debunk theory揭穿理论

Example Sentences

1.
The documentary aimed to debunk the popular myth about ancient history.
2.
Scientists debunked the false claims through rigorous experimental evidence.

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