1. to expose the falseness or hollowness of (a myth, idea, or belief)

Examples

• The scientist worked to debunk the popular myth about lightning never striking twice.
• Her research debunked several long-held beliefs about nutrition.
• The documentary debunks conspiracy theories with solid evidence.
• Experts quickly debunked the fake news story circulating online.
• The study debunked the claim that violent video games cause aggression.
• Historians have debunked many romanticized stories about the Old West.