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Debunking

Description:

Debunking refers to the act of exposing falsehoods or discrediting myths and misconceptions. It involves critically examining and providing evidence or logical reasoning to refute erroneous beliefs or claims.

Synonyms:

• Refutation
• Disproving
• Exposing
• Discrediting
• Falsifying

Sense 1 (Verb):

When used as a verb, debunking refers to the action of proving a claim or belief to be false or unfounded.

Example sentences:

1. He spent years debunking the conspiracy theory that aliens built the pyramids.
2. She dedicated her career to debunking pseudoscientific claims and promoting evidence-based research.

Sense 2 (Noun):

As a noun, debunking refers to the process or act of exposing falsehoods and dispelling myths.

Example sentence:

• The debunking of the urban legend was well-received by the community.

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