DEBUNK Synonyms: 70 Similar and Opposite Words

debunk

verb

(ˌ)dē-ˈbəŋk

Definition of debunk

as in to refute

to prove to be false a Web site that assiduously debunks urban legends

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as in to expose

to reveal the true nature of the investigative reporter easily debunked the charlatan's claims of clairvoyance

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Recent Examples of debunk The content creator, who's known for her realistic try-on haul videos and advocacy for size inclusivity in the fashion industry, went on to reveal more about her medical procedure and debunked rumors that swirled online. —Skyler Caruso, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025 City officials quickly debunked these stories, but they were repeated by Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Elon Musk. —John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Apr. 2025 Duchovny hopes the episode will debunk misconceptions and shine a spotlight on the experts who weighed in. —Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025 Oz promoted using the malaria drugs hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine to treat COVID-19, a theory that was debunked but spread by Trump and others for months. —Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for debunk

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Trump’s own Social Security chief eventually refuted the claim.

— Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2025
His lawyers refute the charges and argue no crimes have been committed that violate his visa.

— Anna Spiegel, Axios, 21 Mar. 2025